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Island-Wide Guided History Tour
The Bald Head Island Historical Tour is a comprehensive, island-wide experience aboard a golf cart. Your trained guide will drive across the island while discussing four centuries of Bald Head Island's history. Themes include piracy, colonization, the U.S. Lighthouse Service, U.S. Life-Saving Service, and development of Bald Head into an island resort. Your Bald Head Island Tour ticket includes admission into the Smith Island Museum of History, admission to climb Old Baldy Lighthouse, and a 10% discount in the Old Baldy Foundation gift shop. This tour operates rain or shine; however, if severe weather or unsafe conditions arise, the guide may cancel at their discretion, with refunds provided if cancellation occurs.
Directions for Off-Island Tour Participants: You must depart Deep Point Marina (mainland ferry terminal) on the 10am ferry to Bald Head Island. There are no reservations for the Bald Head Island Ferry. Please purchase your ferry ticket upon arrival at Deep Point Marina. Your guide will greet you at the end of the dock once the 10am ferry arrives on Bald Head Island. Your tour will begin upon your arrival.
Directions for On-Island Tour Participants: Please meet your tour guide at the Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal at 10:20am.
Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays
10:30am - 1pm
$35 per ticket; Ages 3 and Under Free
*Reservations are required, space is limited.
Please call 910-457-7481 or email jake@oldbaldy.org with any additional questions.
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Where is Deep Point Marina?1301 Ferry Rd SE, Southport, NC 28461
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How much are ferry tickets to Bald Head?$23/Adult or $12/Ages 3-12. All tickets are round-trip.
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Are reservations required for the ferry?Reservations are not required for the Bald Head Island Ferry, but we do recommend getting them. Tickets can be purchased upon arrival to the ferry terminal or at https://www.baldheadislandferry.com/tickets/. If you reserve a trip back to the mainland, make it for 1:30PM at the earliest.
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Where is the lighthouse from the Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal?Old Baldy Lighthouse is a short walk from the Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal. The lighthouse is clearly visible from the ferry terminal. Head towards the lighthouse on one of the many paved roads. Should you need additional directions, please seek assistance from the transportation staff wearing blue polos.
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Are ferry tickets included in my tour admission?All tours sponsored by the Old Baldy Foundation exclude ferry tickets. Ferry tickets are an additional expense. Please purchase ferry tickets upon your arrival to Deep Point Marina or at https://www.baldheadislandferry.com/tickets/.
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What should I bring on my tour?Sturdy walking shoes, bug spray, sunscreen, water, snacks. Visiting Bald Head Island means you will be exposed to nature's elements. All seating areas at the lighthouse are outdoors. There are no seating areas inside with air conditioning/heat. Prepare as if you were day-trip hiking/camping. The lighthouse does not have vending machines.
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Do I need to book tour tickets in advance?Yes! Often the tour is sold out weeks in advance.
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Are dogs allowed?No. Only service dogs are permitted on the tour. If you plan to bring a service dog please let us know if advance.
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Is the entire tour on the golf cart?No! There are frequent stops with walking included.
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What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the tour?The tour runs rain or shine. However, if the guide deems the weather or conditions unsafe, the tour may be cancelled at their discretion. In such cases, refunds will be provided.
MEMORIAL BRICK WALKWAY
A Memorial Brick commemorates a special occasion, memory or person. The bricks are placed along the walkway outside of the Old Baldy Oil House. You can add to the ever-growing story of Bald Head Island by memorializing a special moment to you on our brick walkway.