it's a good idea to make reservations for the two-hour ferry ride to ocracoke island (from the south—the ride on the north side is much shorter). this shot is from a ferry on the cedar island to ocracoke route.

travelling in a car on a boat is very odd. they also had a seating area (with snack bar) inside, and i took this picture from the upstairs outside deck. our rented minivan was actually on the other side of the boat.

you have to love those clouds.