May 09, 2013
Cape Lookout Lighthouse Opens for Public Climbing for the Summer 2013 Season
The Cape Lookout Lighthouse will open to the public for regular climbing from May 15 to September 21, 2013. The lighthouse will be open four days per week – Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays – from 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM.
April 22, 2013
Spring Arrives On the Wild Horse Islands
Spring brings increased nutrient needs for wild horses with breeding and foaling seasons. While the horses are busy making up for a winter of dry, brown grass, it’s important that they be left alone. Visitors can watch from a distance and still enjoy the horses.
March 06, 2013
Cape Lookout National Seashore Temporarily Changes Office Hours Change at Great Island and Long Point Cabins
In response to the uncertainty of the federal budget and budget cuts, the cabin camp office hours will be temporarily reduced to 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
February 28, 2013
RELEASE OF PROSPECTUS FOR FERRY SERVICE
NPS soliciting proposals for the ferry contract for the NPS gateways of Harkers Island and Beaufort. The ferry service under this contract is expected to begin in the spring of 2014.
February 28, 2013
Cape Lookout National Seashore Tourism Creates $37,621,000 in Local Economic Benefit
In 2011, visitors to Cape Lookout National Seashore spent $37,621,000 in nearby communities, supporting 555 local jobs.
February 22, 2013
March Ranger Programs at the Harkers Island Visitor Center
Join us for free Ranger programs every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm & 3pm at the Harkers Island Visitor Center.
February 22, 2013
2nd Saturday Event – Climate Change
Explore the effects of Climate Change during the March Second Saturday Event at Cape Lookout National Seashore’s Harkers Island Visitor Center.
February 22, 2013
Harkers Island Ferry Departure Site (Facilities) Environmental Assessment Available for Public Comment
The park is inviting public comments on the Environmental Assessment of the proposed improvements to the Harkers Island facility from February 25, 2013 until March 27, 2013.
February 15, 2013
Recruiting Area Teachers for Seashore Experiences
Cape Lookout National Seashore is looking for energetic and talented teachers from Carteret, Craven, and Onslow County who are interested in fostering a strong connection between local schools and their National Park.
August 09, 2012
Protect our Wild Horses Educational Campaign Opening
Cape Lookout National Seashore, the Foundation for Shackleford Horses, and the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve are pleased to announce the opening of the joint Wild Horse Protection and Public Safety Campaign.
