Cape Hatteras National Seashore

The Cape Hatteras National Seashore extends over 70 miles along North Carolina's barrier islands, featuring beaches, marshes, and sand dunes for outdoor activities.

Congress authorized the establishment of Cape Hatteras National Seashore in 1937, with significant land donations from philanthropist Paul Mellon leading to its creation.

The maritime heritage of the area includes the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, constructed in 1870, which protects ships from the dangerous waters known as Graveyard of the Atlantic.

Three visitor centers across the barrier islands provide information, ranger programs, maps, and educational materials about the seashore's natural environment.

The seashore recorded 2.4 million visitors in 2016, offering opportunities for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and climbing the lighthouse throughout the year.

Location: North Carolina

Website: https://www.nps.gov/caha/index.htm

Operator: National Park Service

Address: Buxton, NC 27920, USA 27920 Buxton 27920 Buxton

Website: https://nps.gov/caha

GPS coordinates: 35.30360,-75.51140

Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:48