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Visitors on the seashore near the old Cape Hatteras Lighthouse location
Families enjoying the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore

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Welcome to Cape Hatteras National Seashore!

There is much here for you to enjoy as you discover the unique natural, cultural, and recreational opportunities offered, preserved, and protected by the National Park Service on North Carolina's Outer Banks.

Surf-fishing, kiteboarding, surfing, swimming, windsurfing, crabbing, shell-collecting, nature-experiencing, lighthouse-climbing, sightseeing—we have this and more. By foot, bicycle or vehicle, we urge you to explore the seashore and create lasting memories for yourself and your family to be treasured in years to come. These dynamic barrier islands, with their diverse habitats and storied history, offer many exceptional experiences.

Whether it's active recreation, immersion into the natural world, or intellectual stimulation that you seek, National Park Service rangers are here to assist you in having an enjoyable and safe experience. We look forward to seeing you out on the seashore!

 
Superintendent Dave Hallac at Coquina Beach
Dave Hallac
Superintendent, Outer Banks Group
 

Last updated: November 10, 2021

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Cape Hatteras National Seashore
1401 National Park Drive

Manteo, NC 27954

Phone:

252 473-2111

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