Join a park ranger to learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy learning some park natural and cultural history while paddling in the Roanoke Sound. We will be using sit-on-top tandem kayaks or you can bring your own. Pre-registration is required. Please leave contact phone number in case of cancellation due to bad weather. Limit of 12 people. Be prepared to get wet. Please wear closed toed shoes and all participants will be required to wear PFD's. Water, sunscreen and a hat are recommended. Minimum age is 6 years old and all 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Approximate length is 1 hour.
Hurricane Maria
Please note: Our coastal parks and their operations, including campgrounds, may be impacted or closed in the event that Hurricane Maria’s path comes closer to the North Carolina coast. Please check the individual park website when planning travel this weekend.
Posted on: Friday, September 22, 2017 - 5:02pmEvents and Programs
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Policy on Drones in NC State Parks
Currently it is illegal for drones to take off or land on any NC State Park properties. Please contact park office for more information.
Posted on: Tuesday, August 1, 2017 - 9:45amEvents and Programs
Jockey's Ridge State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Date of Event:
Wed, 09/27/2017 - 4:00pm
Start Location:
Roanoke Sound Access - Soundside Road
Join a park ranger to learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy learning some park natural and cultural history while paddling in the Roanoke Sound. We will be using sit-on-top tandem kayaks or you can bring your own. Pre-registration is required. Please leave contact phone number in case of cancellation due to bad weather. Limit of 12 people. Be prepared to get wet. Please wear closed toed shoes and all participants will be required to wear PFD's. Water, sunscreen and a hat are recommended. Minimum age is 6 years old and all 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Approximate length is 1 hour.
Date of Event:
Wed, 10/04/2017 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Roanoke Sound Access - Soundside Road
On a short hike (1.5 miles) we'll discuss the longer journies of the fauna we only see for a portion of the year at Jockey's Ridge. We'll look for those migrating, those arriving for the cool season, and signs of the summer migrants already departing.
Date of Event:
Sun, 10/08/2017 - 10:30am
Start Location:
Visitor Center
Join a park ranger to learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy learning some park natural and cultural history while paddling in the Roanoke Sound. We will be using sit-on-top tandem kayaks or you can bring your own. Pre-registration is required. Please leave contact phone number in case of cancellation due to bad weather. Limit of 12 people. Be prepared to get wet. Please wear closed toed shoes and all participants will be required to wear PFD's. Water, sunscreen and a hat are recommended. Minimum age is 6 years old and all 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Approximate length is 1 hour.
Date of Event:
Wed, 10/11/2017 - 4:00pm
Start Location:
Roanoke Sound Access - Soundside Road
Join a park ranger to learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy learning some park natural and cultural history while paddling in the Roanoke Sound. We will be using sit-on-top tandem kayaks or you can bring your own. Pre-registration is required. Please leave contact phone number in case of cancellation due to bad weather. Limit of 12 people. Be prepared to get wet. Please wear closed toed shoes and all participants will be required to wear PFD's. Water, sunscreen and a hat are recommended. Minimum age is 6 years old and all 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Approximate length is 1 hour.
Date of Event:
Wed, 10/18/2017 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Roanoke Sound Access - Soundside Road
Contact:
Jockey's Ridge State Park
300 W. Carolista Drive
Nags Head, NC 27959Phone252-441-7132
jockeys.ridge@ncparks.gov
Latitude: 35.964200
Longitude: -75.633000
Park Hours:
November - February: 8am - 6pm
March, April: 8am - 8pm
September: 8am - 9pm
October: 8am - 8pm
May - August: 8am - 9pm
Closed Christmas Day
Sound Side Access Gate
October-March: 8am - 5pm
April-September: 8am - 7pm
Park Visitor Center
November - February: 9am - 5pm
March - October: 9am - 6pm