Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Nature Reserve
Why pick this one
Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers camping, lighthouse climbing, surf-fishing, and off-road beach access across three Outer Banks barrier islands.
Best for
- surf-fishing
- kiteboarding, surfing, and windsurfing
- lighthouse climbing and sightseeing
- camping near the ocean
- nature experiences across barrier islands
- off-road vehicle access to designated beaches
- free ranger-led programs for all ages
Look elsewhere if
- indoor recreation
- private guided-tour-only experiences
- visits requiring guaranteed beach access without checking current conditions
Specialties
- surf-fishing
- kiteboarding
- surfing
- lighthouse climbing
- off-road beach access
Certifications
- National Park Service
What makes them different
- The nation's first national seashore
- Protects parts of Bodie Island, Hatteras Island, and Ocracoke Island
- Four campgrounds are located across the seashore
- Designated beach access areas permit off-road vehicle use with a permit
- Free ranger-led programs are offered for all ages
Distilled from this business's own website.
Contact & Location
- Address
- 12 North St, Ocracoke, NC 27960
- Website
- http://www.nps.gov/caha/index.htm
Services
- beach recreation
- camping
- nature experiences
- ranger-led programs
- lighthouse sightseeing
- visitor information