A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Horse watching, shelling, fishing, birding, camping, lighthouse climbing, and touring historic villages--there’s something for everyone at Cape Lookout. Be sure to bring all the food, water, and supplies you need (and carry your trash out of the park) when visiting these remote beaches. Read More
Be prepared for changing conditions. Many park facilities are open seasonally. Click here to see what is currently open
Looking to plan a trip to Cape Lookout? We have world-class fishing, pristine beaches, backcountry camping, historic villages and much more
Find information on the ferry services that provide transport to and from the islands. Learn about how to navigate around Cape Lookout
An ORV Beach Driving Permit & window decal is required before driving on the barrier islands. For more information follow the link
Cape Lookout is an International Dark Sky Park. Enjoy the stars on your own or join us on a public astronomy program
Take a moment to journey through the human struggles and triumphs that occurred on these islands
The view from the top is marvelous! To include a climb in your visit requires some planning, check the lighthouse page for more information
Cape Lookout is home to a multiple protected species. Learn about the park's monitoring efforts.
Last updated: March 17, 2023
