Services and Information: Recreation and Culture
Access North Carolina
A vacation and travel guide for people with disabilities. Accessibility ratings are provided for different types of disabilities, including vision loss, deaf and hard of hearing, and physical disabilities.
Website: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/document/access-north-carolina
Aquariums
Fort Fisher, Pine Knoll Shores, Roanoke Island, Jennette's Pier
Website: http://www.ncaquariums.com/
Artist Directory
Film, literary, performing and visual artists. A creative industry database for artists, arts organizations and the public.
Website: http://search.ncarts.org/
Beach and Waterfront Access
Map to help you find public beach and waterfront access sites, with parking and restroom info
Bicycle Routes & Maps
Plan your next bicycle ride using the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Bike Routes app, which features turn-by-turn directions, destination information and elevation profiles.
Website: https://www.ncdot.gov/travel-maps/maps/Pages/bike-routes.aspx
Boat and Jet Ski Registration and Renewal
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission offers various services to vessel owners to promote safety, establish ownership, and ultimately support the public's enjoyment of water sports and recreation. This site provides information about vessel registration and titling requirements, fees and frequently asked questions.
Website: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Boating/Registration-Titling
Boating
Boaters can explore more than 5,000 miles of North Carolina waters. Find a boat ramp near you. Title and register your vessel. Get information on regulations and safety requirements here.
Website: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Boating
Boating Access Locator
With more than 300,000 registered vessels in North Carolina, boating is one of the state’s most popular activities year-round. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission provides more than 200 free Boating Access Areas (BAA) to 100 different bodies of water.
Clean Water Management Trust Fund
We award grants to non-profit and governmental organizations to protect land for natural, historical and cultural benefit, limit encroachment on military installations, restore degraded streams, and develop and improve stormwater treatment technology.
Website: https://cwmtf.nc.gov/