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Contact: Mike Barber, 252-475-9032
MANTEO, N.C. — The Bodie Island Lighthouse will be open for daily climbing from Friday, April 18 through Oct. 13, 2025.
Climbing tickets go on sale at 7 a.m. and may only be purchased on the same day of your intended climb. Tickets are only available for purchase at www.recreation.gov/ticket/252034/ticket/10087143.
Pro tip: Create your www.recreation.gov account prior to the date you intend to purchase tickets. Learn more about climbing lighthouses at www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/lighthouseclimbs.htm.
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse climbing opportunities are not available this year, due to ongoing restoration efforts.
Last updated: April 2, 2025