Ocracoke Lighthouse an OBX Pet-Friendly Location!

Ocracoke Lighthouse photo by Seaside Photography

Ocracoke Lighthouse is located in Hyde County, North Carolina, on Ocracoke Island. Still shining each night brightly, the Ocracoke Lighthouse is the oldest operational lighthouse in North Carolina.

Ocracoke Lighthouse

360 Lighthouse Road

Ocracoke, NC 27960

The bright white painted Ocracoke Lighthouse began operation in 1823. It is the second oldest operational lighthouse in the Nation. With a height of 75 feet, the Ocracoke Lighthouse rises above the treetops and is highly visible during the day, providing a picturesque scenic backdrop overlooking Silver Lake.

Days End on Silver Lake, photo by Seaside Photography

The Ocracoke Lighthouse is not open for climbing to the public. However, the grounds of the Ocracoke Lighthouse are open to the public and are pet-friendly. Pets must be on a leash not to exceed 6 feet in length. Please do not leave your pet unattended. Also, please clean up after your pet.

The Ocracoke Lighthouse is an OBX Pet-Friendly (Small) Wedding Venue.

The wedding party is limited to 12 people at this location. Please see more detailed information at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/wedding-permits.htm