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Jockey’s Ridge State Park Visitor Center

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300 W Carolista Dr
Nags Head, NC 27959 United States Get Directions

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  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.

  • Native American Sports and Games

    Native American Sports and Games

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    This program is FREE to the public. Challenge a ranger to a round of target practice with an atlatl.  This is an example of primitive technology Native Americans and early people worldwide used for thousands of years to survive.  Additional games will be set up for visitors to play. This is a great activity for young explorers and big adventurers!

    Recommended for ages 6 and up.  

    Activity will take place near the end of the visitor center's boardwalk.  

  • Bear, Bones, and the Scoop on Poop

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join Ranger Austin for a FREE fun hour learning more about a few of our favorites - the American Black Bear and other furry four-legged friends, tracks, skins, skulls, and especially SCAT!  We will finish the program with a POOP-TACULAR kids' activity, Guess Who Dropped the Dookie!  There will be a SWEET reward for those who attend.

    Recommended for ages 6 to 12.

    Registration is required in advance.  

  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.

  • Holiday Star Party 2025

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Jockey’s Ridge State Park will be hosting an evening under the stars on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Telescopes will be set up for public viewing. Kids' activities will also be taking place within the Community Room at Jockey's Ridge State Park. Our knowledgeable partners will guide you across the universe. Food donations are accepted onsite, but the event is free.

    Be a SHINING STAR and support the event by dropping off a canned good for local individuals in need over the holiday season. Friends of Jockey's Ridge members will be collecting donations throughout the evening. Donations will be delivered to Beach Food Pantry.

  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.

  • Native American Sports and Games

    Native American Sports and Games

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    This program is FREE to the public. Challenge a ranger to a round of target practice with an atlatl.  This is an example of primitive technology Native Americans and early people worldwide used for thousands of years to survive.  Additional games will be set up for visitors to play. This is a great activity for young explorers and big adventurers!

    Recommended for ages 6 and up.  

    Activity will take place near the end of the visitor center's boardwalk.  

  • In the Park After Dark – Night Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Experience the park after dark with this FREE event!  Get out and take a fun and informative hike to the ridge with Ranger Austin.  All aspects of the park will be discussed, including our natural and cultural history, ecology, geology, and more.  We hope you can join us.   

    If inclement weather occurs, an indoor presentation will be offered.  

    Preregistration is required. Email austin.paul@ncparks.gov to sign up.

  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.

  • KNOTY-cool Skills Activity

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    "Hang" with Ranger Austin and learn a few essential knots.  Step-by-step instructions on various types of knots will be provided.  Use your new skill to tie off a pirate ship, hitch a pony, secure a fishing hook, and more.  

    Activity will be taking place at the park's visitor center

    Free to the public.

  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.

  • Dune Hike

    Dune Hike

    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Join a park ranger at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for a guided hike to the top of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating plants and animals that thrive in this ever-changing landscape and learn what makes this park such a natural treasure. Once at the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound and Atlantic Ocean that you won’t soon forget. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and wear comfortable shoes. The group will meet at the park’s pavilion beside the visitor center.