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Outer Banks National Scenic Byway, Ocracoke

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Outer Banks National Scenic Byway is located in Ocracoke. See Outer Banks National Scenic Byway and all Ocracoke has to offer by arranging your trip with our Ocracoke trip planner.
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  • By Mark G
    The Outer Banks National Scenic Byway or Route 12 is about 13 miles long on the island of Ocracoke from the ferry landing to the town of Ocracoke. There are beautiful beaches, wild horses, sand dunes....  more »
  • By Bear H
    Drove from Ocracoke to Kill Devil Hills on a Monday morning in October. Most of the road is thru the National Seashore area which is often patrolled by the park police so watch the speed limit of 55....  more »
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