Cape Hatteras National Seashore
National Seashore · NC
Park Closure · Closure of Billy Mitchell Airport for Repaving Project
The Billy Mitchell Airport (HSE) is closed to accommodate a runway pavement rehabilitation project. The project will provide full resurfacing of paved areas, new reflective paint, and new tie-downs and anchors, improving visitor safety and enhancing the overall visitor experience.
Park Closure · Partial Beach Closure in Northern Rodanthe
The beach from the northern boundary of Rodanthe to the pier in Rodanthe is closed to all access as multiple threatened oceanfront structures pose risks to public safety.
More informationPark Closure · Partial Beach Closures in Place in Front of Buxton Village
The beachfront in front of Buxton Village is temporarily closed due to the presence of threatened oceanfront structures and Dare County's beach nourishment project. Renourished sections of beach will open to the public immediately after construction activities conclude in the areas, generally within 24 hours.
More informationPark Closure · Project Safety Closure in Place Near Southernmost Groin in Buxton
Public access is closed for 300 feet north and south of a groin repair project site in Buxton, as well as the adjacent ocean area to the east. Surfers, swimmers, and all other recreationists should stay at least 300 feet from the southernmost groin area for safety purposes.
More information
The sound of ocean waves, the starry night sky, or the calm of the salt marshes, you can experience it all. Shaped by the forces of water, wind, and storms these islands are ever changing. The plants, wildlife, and people who live here adapt continually. Whether you are enjoying the beach, kayaking the sound, or climbing the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse there is something for everyone to explore!
- NPS site
- nps.gov/caha
- Location
- Cape Hatteras National Seashore (35.414, -75.651)
Track your visit to Cape Hatteras National Seashore
NP Tracker keeps a record of every National Park Service unit you visit — all 430-plus of them. Log visits with dates and photos, collect passport stamps, plan trips, and watch your map fill in. It's free.
Passport stamp locations
- Bodie Island Visitor Center
- Hatteras Island Visitor Center
- Hatteras Island Weather Bureau Station
- Museum of the Sea
- Ocracoke Island Discovery Center
- Whalebone Junction Information Center
Hours
Park Groundstoday: All Day
- Sat Oct 3All Day
- Sun Oct 4All Day
- Mon Oct 5All Day
- Tue Oct 6All Day
- Wed Oct 7All Day
- Thu Oct 8All Day
- Fri Oct 9All Day
The grounds of Cape Hatteras National Seashore are always open for visitors, though there are resource closures that seasonally affect different parts of the beach.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
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- Bodie Island Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
- Hatteras Island Weather Bureau Stationtoday: 9:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
- Museum of the Seatoday: 9:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
- Ocracoke Island Discovery Centertoday: 9:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
- Whalebone Junction Information Center
Self-guided tours
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Bodie Island Lighthouse Area1–2 hours · 5 stops
The Bodie Island Lighthouse area is a great place to explore, and will quickly expose you to the amazing nature and human history of the Outer Banks.
Hatteras Light Station1–2 hours · 8 stops
Tour the historic Hatteras Light Station, home to the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.
Ocracoke Village Tour1–2 hours · 6 stops
Take a tour of the beautiful historic Village.
Entrance fees
No entrance fee.