Learn About the Park

  • Dock with high water.
    News Releases

    Stay up to date on the latest happenings at Cape Lookout National Seashore.

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    Photos and Multimedia

    Virtually travel to Cape Lookout National Seashore

  • Black and white Cape Lookout Shoals Lightship in the water
    History & Culture

    Take a moment to journey through the human struggles and triumphs that occurred on these islands

  • a ghost crab on the sand
    Nature and Science

    Cape Lookout National Seashore protects the southern-most section of this barrier island system.

  • Lighthouse with moss covered sand in the foreground.
    Wilderness

    Three miles offshore, Shackleford Banks is the only proposed wilderness on the Outer Banks.

  • Sand backraod with a vehicle driving down it.
    Management

    Need to contact someone at the park with a question? Here you find a list of contacts and offices. You will also find the park's policies.

  • store with books, blankets, puzzles and other Cape Lookout items.
    Bookstore

    Browse the selection of items available for purchase online through our cooperating association.

  • Turtles heading towards the water.
    Publications

    Heading to the park soon? Browse through brochures, management reports, or cultural history reports before visiting.

  • A ranger holds binoculars to go birding at the park.
    Education

    Want to plan a field trip to Cape Lookout? Learn how to request a ranger.

Last updated: August 13, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

131 Charles St
Harkers Island, NC 28531

Phone:

252 728-2250

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