Roanoke Island

Roanoke Island is an island in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. About twelve miles long and three miles wide, the island lies between the mainland and the barrier islands, with Albemarle Sound on its north, Roanoke Sound on its east, Pamlico Sound on its south, and Croatan Sound on its west. The island contains the towns of Manteo at the northern end and Wanchese at the southern end. Fort Raleigh National Historic Site is on the island.

Related Topics:
Outer Banks - North Carolina - Albemarle Sound - Roanoke Sound - Pamlico Sound - Croatan Sound - Manteo - Wanchese - Fort Raleigh National Historic Site

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