Affordable Vacations - Welcome to Beaches of The Outer Banks of North Carolina. View a Virtual Travel Guide Now
This text is replaced by the Flash movie.
The Outer Banks of North Carolina ®


Fort Raleigh National Historic Site

Sir Walter Raleigh's explorers and colonists attempted to found settlements here on the north end of Roanoke Island in 1585 and 1587. It is home to the Waterside Theatre, where you'll find The Lost Colony, a symphonic outdoor drama. You'll also find a visitor's center, interpretive programs, bookstore, and nature trail.

Location
Off Hwy. 64/264, on the north end of Roanoke Island.

Hours
Open year-round. Closed Christmas Day.


Admission
Free

Services
Museum and film; interpretive tours may be available.

Facilities
Visitor Center and restrooms.

Contact Information
National Park Service
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5772
Website | Map It

The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, a public authority, is the lead marketing and promotional agency for The Outer Banks of North Carolina® and is funded by 1% occupancy and 1% prepared meals tax, collected in Dare County.

©1998- 2010 Outer Banks Visitors Bureau.  Privacy Statement