Two protected herds live at opposite ends of North Carolina’s Outer Banks: beach-driving tours to see Corolla’s horses in the north, and boat access to Shackleford Banks near Beaufort in the south. Meet the small-but-powerful “Banker” horses (Spanish mustang lineage), learn the wild vs. feral nuance, and browse a gallery of unforgettable moments—plus links to the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and the Foundation for Shackleford Horses.

Meet North Carolina’s Shackleford Banks horses—free-roaming “Bankers” believed to descend from colonial-era stock. Your guide covers how to get there by ferry from Beaufort/Harkers Island, the 50-ft rules for safe viewing, and practical photography tips for getting great wild horse photos.