• Brown Pelican taking off.

    Cape Hatteras

    National Seashore North Carolina

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  • New Off Road Vehicle Regulations

    New off road vehicle (ORV) regulations are now in effect. Please check here for information on how to get your ORV permit More »

  • Beach Fire Permits are required

    Beach Fire Permits are now required. These permits are free. Please check here for information on how to get your Beach Fire Permit More »

Event Details

  • Every Wednesday Weekly from 06/05/2013 to 08/28/2013

    Location: Old Lighthouse site parking lot | Map Time: 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Fee Information: Free Contact Name: Hatteras Island Visitor Center Contact Email: e-mail us Contact Phone Number: 252-475-9602

Leave your flashlights at home and welcome ack the night.  Join a ranger for a short walk to search the tide line for glowing marine plankton and the sky for planets and star constellations. Find out why protecting the dark of night is valuable to both people and wildlife.  You do not need to pre-register or make a reservation for this program. (1 hr)