1948 Map of Ocracoke

About this map

Ocracoke serves as the focal point of this coastal study, situated at the southwestern tip of Ocracoke Island. The village is clustered around the protected waters of Silver Lake, showing a dense network of buildings and the historic Ocracoke Light standing near the sound side. The landscape transitions from the developed harbor to the expansive, sandy stretches of The Plains and the dunes of First Hammock Hills. Modern infrastructure like the Ocracoke Island Airport and a prominent Telephone Line are overlaid on the natural features of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Maritime navigation is well-documented through points like Windmill Point and Springers Point, while the interior marshes are dotted with small bodies of water such as Mary Anns Pond and Northern Pond. This document reflects a mid-century coastal community balancing its maritime heritage with increasing accessibility and national park status.