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Ready for adventure?

Take a boat trip three miles off-shore to the islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Here you can enjoy remote beaches, watch wild horses and other wildlife, or visit one of the historic districts. Be sure to bring a picnic lunch for the day. Going camping takes a little more planning.
 
visitors enjoying the view from the lighthouse gallery

Open House dates and Information

Engineering report forces suspension of Lighthouse Open House climbs for public safety reasons. 
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131 Charles Street
Harkers Island, NC 28531

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Harkers Island Visitor Center
(252) 728-2250

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(252) 728-2160

Climate

Summers are warm, humid and buggy. Winter temperatures can go below freezing. Fall and spring have low humidity and are generally mild. Rainy periods occur throughout the year. Wear comfortable sportswear in season with a hat for the sun and good walking shoes that can take the sand and salt water.
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Aerial view of Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks  

Did You Know?
Barrier islands, such as those of Cape Lookout National Seashore, are piles of sand. As storms come up from the ocean the beaches are constantly rearranged.

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Last Updated: July 21, 2008 at 07:28 EST