Beach goers who wish to park on Currituck County’s 4-wheel drive beach during the summer are
required
to have a county-issued beach parking permit displayed on their motor vehicle.

The permit system will be effective from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Key provisions in the policy include:

• County residents and property owners may receive 2 free parking permits for each property they own by providing proof of residency/ownership within Currituck County.
• Persons owning on the off road area north of the North Beach Access Ramp whose property contains a house may obtain 2 additional permits at no fee.
• All others must pay a fee for a beach parking permit. These permits will be available for purchase from the Tourism Department on a 10-Day temporary or seasonal basis. Fees will be $50 for a 10-day parking pass (valid for 10 consecutive days) and $150 for a Seasonal pass.

NOTE: Long term renters will need to contact their landlords.

The permit system
does not
apply to:

• county vehicles
• emergency vehicles
• any government agency conducting beach restoration
• scientific research
• animal protection
• commercial fishermen
• outdoor tour operators when actively engaging in a tour
• or hunters who are using state or federal land located within the Currituck Outer Banks.

Types of Parking Permits

Seasonal
– This permit is assigned to a
specific vehicle

and is good for the entire vacation season.   Seasonal permits are available to purchase for $150.

10-Day
– This permit is available for purchase ($50) by individuals who want to park on the four-wheel drive beach but are not Currituck County residents or property owners.  This permit is assigned to a
specific vehicle

and is valid for a
consecutive, 10-day term.

Resident/Owner
– This seasonal permit is available at no fee to Currituck County residents and property owners.

Rules for Driving On The Beach 

• Speed limit on the beach is 35 mph
• Within 300 feet of any person, the speed limit is 15 mph
• Watch for pedestrians, especially children
• Be alert around the wild horses and other wildlife
• Park vehicles in middle of beach strand
• Watch for lane shifts
• Vehicles are required to use driving lanes adjacent to the dune line between Milepost 14.5 and Milepost 17
• Tire air pressure should be
• 20 pounds per square inch (PSI) for SUV’s and 1/2 ton 4X4
• 35 pounds per square inches (PSI) for 3/4 ton 4X4
• Air up pressure stations are located at the Corolla Historic Park.