Ocracoke Inlet
Ocracoke Inlet is an estuary located in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, United States that separates Ocracoke Island and Portsmouth Island. It connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Pamlico Sound.| Tap on a place to explore it |
- Type: Channel
- Description: inlet at the southern end of Ocracoke Island
- Also known as: “Occacock”, “Okok”, and “Wococon”
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Ocracoke.
Ocracoke
Photo: Sedna10387, Public domain.
Ocracoke Island is one of the barrier islands of the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The 16 mi of unspoiled beaches and salty ocean breezes offer great opportunities for solitude, serenity, and peace of mind.
Ocracoke Inlet
- Categories: inlet and body of water
- Location: Carteret, North Carolina, South, United States, North America
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Satellite Map
Discover Ocracoke Inlet from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
In Other Languages
From Catalan to French—“Ocracoke Inlet” goes by many names.
- Catalan: “Ocracoke Inlet”
- Cebuano: “Ocracoke Inlet”
- French: “Grau d’Ocracoke”
Localities in the Area
Explore places such as Portsmouth and Pamlico Shores.
Notable Places Nearby
Highlights include Vera Cruz Shoal and Second Grass.
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