Hyde County Map, North Carolina
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Hyde County, North Carolina
Waterways define Hyde County. It’s located in eastern North Carolina, bordering the Pamlico Sound. The county includes part of the Outer Banks. Ocracoke Island, with its famous lighthouse, is here but it’s only accessible by ferry.
The mainland is sparsely populated. Swan Quarter is the county seat but it’s a tiny coastal village. Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge is a major attraction. It’s home to the largest natural lake in North Carolina.
Commercial fishing is a big part of the local economy. The county has a rich maritime history, which you can learn about at the Ocracoke Preservation Museum. Hyde County is off the beaten path. But that’s all good.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hyde County |
| County Seat | Swan Quarter |
| Population | Approximately 5,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Swan Quarter, Engelhard, Ocracoke |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 264, U.S. Route 64 |
| FIPS Code | 37-095 |
| Total Area | 1,400 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Washington County (Northwest), Tyrrell County (North), Dare County (East), Beaufort County (West), Carteret County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35.4866° N, 76.3673° W |
| Etymology | Named after Edward Hyde, a governor of colonial North Carolina |
| Major Landmarks | Ocracoke Island, Lake Mattamuskeet |
| Website | Hyde County Website |
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