Do you have to pay to drive on beach in Corolla NC?


Do you have to pay to drive on beach in Corolla NC? Corolla/CarovaNo permit required to drive, but during the season, a permit is required to park* 4WD vehicles can access the beach at the northern end of NC 12 where the paved road ends. 4WD access north of this point is permitted year round.


What are the rules for driving on OBX beach?

General Rules to Be Aware of:
  • Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit when no people are present is 35 mph, unless you're driving on a park beach.
  • If there are other people around, the speed limit drops to 15 mph.
  • Maintain a distance of about 150-feet from any wild horses that cross your path.


What time of year is best for Outer Banks?

The best time to visit the Outer Banks is between March and May or September and November, when lodging rates drop and crowds dissipate. Most mainland North Carolina residents and out-of-towners arrive during the summer months, when humidity is high and average temperatures consistently hit the upper 80s.


Can you drink beer on the beach in Corolla NC?

Currituck County commissioners approve creation of Corolla district allowing alcohol on beach.


Where is the best beach to drive on in the Outer Banks?

The most popular destinations for year-round beach driving is the 4WD accessible beaches north of Corolla, Hatteras Island, and Ocracoke Island.