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Cape Lookout National SeashoreLeave No Trace
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Cape Lookout National Seashore
Leave No Trace

Outdoor ethics require that visitors to the area try to leave as few traces of their visit as possible. While not regulations, the seven Leave No Trace principles will help you to preserve the park's unique values for other visitors, both today and in the future.

  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
  3. Dispose of Waste Properly
  4. Leave What You Find
  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
  6. Respect Wildlife
  7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

To learn more about these principles check out the Leave No Trace website.
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: August 23, 2006 at 18:48 EST