Due to staffing changes, lifeguards will not be on duty Saturday and Sunday 8/9 - 8/10/2025 then on duty weekends only through Labor Day, Monday 9/1/2025.
Due to high surf and over wash from Hurricane Erin, ferry service and Bear Island campsites will be closed at least through Thursday 8/21/25. Staff monitoring conditions.
Members of the public may leave their comments using the provided survey. For more information, visit the 2025-2030 NC Outdoor Recreation Plan webpage.
Ferry service and facilities at Bear Island closed through 8/21/25, Bear Island camping closed through 8/22/2025. Staff are monitoring conditions. Visit our Status of Facilities page for more information.