At its peak, Jockey's Ridge is more than 100 feet tall, making a climb to the top a popular but strenuous endeavor, especially during the heat of summer. Other areas to explore include the Maritime Thicket and the Roanoke Sound Estuary. PDF Park Map
Location
The park entrance is in the town of Nags Head at milepost 12 on the Hwy 158 Bypass at Carolista Drive.Park Hours
- November – February 8 a.m. — 6 p.m.
- March and October 8 a.m. — 7 p.m.
- April, May and September 8 a.m. — 8 p.m.
- June – August 8 a.m. — 9 p.m.
- Closed - Christmas Day
Park Facilities
- Visitor Center
- Museum and Auditorium
- Picnic shelters
- 384-foot Boardwalk offering a spectacular view of Jockey's Ridge
- Note: There are no camping facilities.
Things to Do
- Explore self-guided hiking trails
- Hang-gliding - USHGA Hang 1 or other agency-approved rating card and registration at the park office required
- Kite flying
- Sand-boarding in a designated area of the park from October 1 to March 31 - park office permit required
- Kayaking, windsurfing and swimming permitted at the sound-side access
