Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks
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Shackleford Banks is a 2,500
acre barrier island located across Beaufort Inlet
from Atlantic Beach. Part of the Cape Lookout
National Seashore, Shackleford Banks is famous
for the wild Shackleford Horses that roam the
uninhabited island.
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origin of the Shackleford Horses is steeped in
mystery, with the most common legend telling the
story of Spanish Mustangs swimming ashore from
their wrecked ship. What is known is that the
horses are the direct descendants of a 400 year
old line of Spanish Horses that are linked by
a specific genetic marker.
Today the Shackleford Horses
number just over 100, and are closely monitored
by the Park Service. They freely roam their island
and provide visitors with the rare opportunity
to view wild horses in their natural environment.
The island is accessible via
boat or ferry, with various passenger services
and tours operated from Morehead City, Beaufort
and Harkers Island.
In addition to the horses, Shackleford
Banks offers pristine shelling, fishing and camping
adventures.
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| Beaufort
to Shackleford Banks Ferry Services |
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Island
Ferry Adventures
Passenger only
ferry service to Shackleford Banks & other
barrier islands departs Beaufort City Docks.
Dolphin watches & scenic tours also available.
Pets okay, call first. Additional location
in Harkers Island. |
610 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-7555 |
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Lookout
Cruises
Daily excursions,
Guaranteed Dolphin Watch, Cape Lookout Sail,
Moonlight Cruise, Sunset Cruise. Group rates
for families, tours or businesses. Discounts
for ages 12 and under. Available for private
charter |
600 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516 |
Primary Phone:
252-504-SAIL |
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Lookout Express
Passenger
only ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
on South Core Banks and to Shackleford Banks
departs from the Beaufort City Docks. Pets
on leash are accommodated.
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410 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-7827
Secondary Phone: (866) 230-2628 |
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Outer
Banks Ferry
Passenger only
ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
on South Core Banks and to Shackleford Banks
departs from the Beaufort City Docks. Pets
on leash are accommodated. |
328 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-4129 |
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| Harkers
Island to Shackleford Ferry Services |
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Calico
Jacks Ferry
Passenger only
ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
on South Core Banks and to Shackleford Banks
departs from Calico Jack's Marina & Motel,
Harkers Island. Pets on leash are accommodated. |
1698 Island
Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-3575 |
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Harkers
Island Fishing Center
Passenger only
ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
on South Core Banks and to Shackleford Banks
departs from the Harkers Island Fishing Center,
Harkers Island. Pets on leash are accommodated. |
1002 Island
Rd
Harkers Island, NC 28531 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-3907 |
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Island
Ferry Adventures
Passenger only
ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
and Shackleford Banks from Barbour's Marina.
Ships's store & full service marina available.
Pets okay, call first. |
1390 Island
Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531 |
Primary Phone:
252-728-6181 |
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Local
Yokel Ferry and Tours
Passenger only
ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
on South Core Banks and to Shackleford Banks
departs from the Local Yokel dock on the west
end of Harkers Island. Pets may be accommodated,
but call first. |
516 Island
Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531 |
Primary Phone:
(252) 728-2759 |
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