October 24, 2025
The seasonal Ocracoke Express Passenger Ferry chalked up 18,786 riders this year—its strongest performance since 2022—highlighting renewed interest in the 70-minute crossing between Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Village. This uptick underscores the ferry’s vital role in connecting communities and supporting local tourism, and the efforts of the Ocracoke Access Alliance in advocating for dependable island access continue to make positive impacts.
Article credit: Island Free Press.
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