Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Beach
Why pick this one
Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers lifeguarded beaches, four campgrounds, and beach access across three Outer Banks barrier islands.
Best for
- lifeguarded beach swimming
- surf-fishing and kiteboarding
- beach camping near the ocean
- off-road vehicle beach access
- lighthouse sightseeing and ranger-led programs
- exploring beaches, dunes, marshes, and woodlands
Look elsewhere if
- Visitors seeking a private beach club
- Visitors unwilling to check changing beach-access conditions
- Visitors seeking beach driving without an off-road vehicle permit
Specialties
- surf-fishing
- kiteboarding
- surfing
- swimming
- windsurfing
- crabbing
- shell-collecting
- lighthouse-climbing
What makes them different
- Nation's first national seashore
- Protects portions of Bodie Island, Hatteras Island, and Ocracoke Island
- Four campgrounds are located across the seashore
- Lifeguarded beaches are available
- Designated beach access areas allow off-road vehicle use with a permit
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Contact & Location
Services
- beach recreation
- lifeguarded beach swimming
- camping
- fishing
- off-road vehicle beach access
- nature experiences
- ranger-led programs
- lighthouse sightseeing