Calico Jack's Ferry
1698 Island Road
Harkers Island, NC
28531

Tel: 252.728.3575

Calico Jack's Ferry departs from the Cape Lookout Ferry Terminal on Harkers Island, NC. The ferry services the Cape Lookout Lighthouse near the southern tip of Core Banks, and the East end of Shackleford Banks. Both islands are part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, and are only accessible by ferries. Shackleford is home to a wild horse herd, and the both islands are famous for sea turtle nesting sites and bird aviaries. The area is surrounded by marsh islands and sand bars, and contains an abundance of marine life.

Calico Jack's Ferry currently runs four Coast Guard certified passenger ferry boats - a 49 passenger catamaran and three 14 passenger skiffs. Reservations are only required during winter months, or for large groups.

Baggage and camping/fishing gear may be carried on the ferry. However, passengers are responsible for care and transport of their own baggage, gear and personal belongings. For more information, please call 252.728.3575