Ferry service is open Wednesdays through Sundays hourly in May; Mainland and Bear Island camping is open with restrooms, potable water, and showers. Reservations can be made within a 6-month booking window. The mainland areas, trails and the boat ramp is open. There is no public docking on Bear Island and there is no beach access on the mainland.
Ferry Service and Bear Island Camping Closed 6/19/26 Due to Remnants from Tropical Storm Arthur
Ferry service and camping on Bear Island will be closed Friday, 6/19/26 and will reopen on Saturday 6/20/2026.