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Ramp 44 Beach & 4x4 Access
Highway 12
Buxton, NC
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Once you have driven down a fairly long sand road, you then may park and walk over the dunes, or simply drive up and over, four wheel driving is allowed on these fine Outer banks beaches. When visiting the Outer Banks beaches please conserve the area and its’ wildlife. Do not drive, walk or allow pets in posted bird or turtle nesting areas. Not all Outer Banks beach accesses have trash facilities so please carry your trash out with you and dispose of it properly. Remember; Take only pictures or seashells and leave only footprints or sandcastles. Don't forget to click on the Map/Gallery button above for your Outer Banks Maps before you go Coastal Exploring.
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Operation & Hours:
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Open All Year, Sunrise To Sunset, Open 7 Days
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Payment Options & Additional Services:
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Public Phone
(No)
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Considerations for the Handicapped:
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Handicapped Accessible Facility
(No)
, Handicap Accessible Restrooms
(No)
, Seeing Eye Dogs Allowed
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Restroom Facilities:
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No Public Facilities
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Parking Information:
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No Parking, Handicap Parking Available
(No)
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Security & Safety:
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Police Patrol, Marine Fisheries Patrol, Park Ranger Patrol
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About Our Website:
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No Public Website
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Usage Policies:
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Admission Fee
(No), Alcohol Permitted
(No), Glass Permitted
(No), Fires Prohibited
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Access Information:
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Ocean Access, Main Body of Water:
(Atlantic Ocean)
, Sandy Beach, Walking Distance
(Short), Sand Path, Fishing Allowed, Surfboards Require A Leash, No Personal Watercraft
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Pet Information:
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Leash Required All Year
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4 X 4 Access:
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4 X 4 Recommended, No Permit Required, 4 X 4 Access Point
(Yes)
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Beach Driving Rules & Information:
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No Open Containers Of Alcohol In Vehicles, All Vehicles & Drivers Must Observe All Licensing Requirements, Do Not Stop On Or Block Ramps Or Access Points, Enter & Leave The Beach Only At Designated Ramps Or Access Points, Drive Only Between The Foot Of The Dunes & The Ocean, Unless Marked Otherwise, Observe Speed Limit 15-20 Mph Is Recommended; Slow Down Around People, Pets & Wildlife, Watch For Children & Fishing Lines, Please Avoid Damaging Vegetation, No Reckless Driving, Defacing The Beach, Etc.
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Tips & Hints For Beach Driving :
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Use Only A Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle, Lower The Pressure In All Tires To Around 20 Psi., Check The Weather Forecast And Tide Tables, Sections Of The Beach Can Be Cut Off By High Tides, Avoid Getting Too Close To The Water, If Tires Start To Spin Back Up In Tire Tracks For Several Car Lengths Then Accelerate Slowly Forward, If Tires Continue To Spin Additional Deflation May Be Needed, Rangers Will Assist But Are Not Permitted To Pull Or Tow Vehicles, To Report Emergencies Call 9-1-1, Being Stuck Is Not An Emergency Unless There Is A Life-Threatening Situation In Progress, It Is Recommended That Vehicles Be Washed After Each Outing
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Recommended Equipment To Carry For Beach Driving:
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Litter Bags, Cell Phone, Beach Towing Service Telephone Number, Tire Pressure Gauge, Small Shovel, Spare Tire, Jack, Jack Support, 2’ Wood Plank At Least 2” Thick And 8” Wide, Tow Rope (At Least 18’ Long With A Load Strength Of 5000 Pounds Or Greater), Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Flashlight, Tide Table
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Recommendations For Your Day:
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Beach Towels, Sunscreen, Insect Repellant, Cooler, Ice, Drinking Water & Beverages, Snacks, Food
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Recommended Attire:
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Aqua Socks, Athletic Footwear, Lightweight Shoes, Water Resistant Shoes, Sandals, Change Of Clothes, Hats, Swimwear, Water Resistant Clothing
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Items To Consider:
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Beach Chairs, Binoculars, Cameras, Dry Bags, Fishing Equipment, Life Vest, Portable Radio, Umbrellas, Video Camera, Watch, Weather Radio, Please Check Local & State Ordinances For Alcohol Policies, Please Do Not Drink & Drive
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