Can you drive a golf cart in Ocracoke?
Yes, inside the village. Hyde County's ordinance, as the sheriff quotes it, allows a golf cart on public streets posted 35 mph or less. The driver must be at least 16. This map is the village only.
Rules last checked 2026-11-06 by Golf Cart Maps. Published 2026-11-06.
| Vehicle | Allowed | Roads | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf cart | yes | Village streets posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | Driver at least 16; lights and a seat for each rider |
| Street-legal LSV | yes | Roads posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | Registered and insured |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Golf carts | Golf carts on public streets in Hyde County where the speed limit is 35 mph or less | Hyde County Ordinance 2009-09-01 (sheriff reminder) |
| Age | No person under 16 may operate a golf cart on a public street | N.C.G.S. 153A-245 |
| LSV roads | Registered, insured LSVs on roads posted 35 mph or less; may cross faster roads at intersections | N.C.G.S. 20-121.1 |
Roads to avoid
- NC 12 north of the village: Outside this map
Open the live Ocracoke golf cart map in Golf Cart Maps (golfcartmap.com)
FAQ
Where can I drive my LSV in Ocracoke?
Roads posted 35 mph or less. Registered and insured. A town or county can still ban LSVs from a specific road, and posted signs win.
Can I take a golf cart up NC 12 to the ferry?
This map covers the village. The highway north of the village is not in it.
How old do you have to be to drive a golf cart in Ocracoke?
At least 16, under the county statute the sheriff cites.
Not legal advice; posted signs win.