Cape Lookout National Seashore

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Cape Lookout National Seashore
Plan Your Visit
 

Getting wet near the lighthouse
NPS photo
Getting wet near the lighthouse
 

A little planning can make your visit to the islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore very enjoyable. Unlike neighboring beaches, no bridges cross from the mainland to the islands. A boat ride is a must for reaching the area - either your own boat or a ferry. There are also no paved roads, concession stands, bathhouses, camp stores or trash cans in the seashore. Except for the ferry landing areas, the islands are undeveloped and wild.

 
visitors enjoying a day in the sun

For a day trip - (for a couple of hours, a half day or all day)

Suggested items to bring:

  • Drinks & snacks or a picnic lunch.
  • Hand sanitizer and/or moist towelettes. Most areas do not have sinks or running water.
  • A trash bag to carry any empty wrappers, drink containers or the remains of your lunch back to the mainland for recycling or disposal. Remember there are no trash cans or garbage pickup on the islands; help us keep the beach clean.
  • Sunscreen and a hat for shade.
  • Insect repellent
  • Comfortable clothing and shoes that can take getting sandy and wet. Remember to check the weather and dress accordingly.
  • Beach or fishing gear if going swimming, surf fishing or for other activities.
 
Rustic cabin at Long Point Cabin Camp

For overnight stays - (staying in a cabin or a tent)

Cabin rentals are offered through a concession. While the basics are provided you will still need to bring such things as:

  • bed linens or a sleeping bag
  • an ice chest and ice for your food and drinks (no refrigerators)
  • your food and drinks
  • a lantern for light and/or a generator if staying at Great Island Cabin Camps, the cabins at Long Point do have some solar generated electricity provided.

For more information on the cabins

 
Beach camping

All camping is in the primitive style. You will need to bring everything you need with you, including your drinking water, and take all trash back to the mainland for disposal.

For more information on camping ….

 Visitors enjoy the view from the top of the lighthouse
Open House
Dates and other information about the Lighthouse Open House events
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Portsmouth Homecoming
A gathering of family, neighbors, friends and soon-to-be friends
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 typical style ferry boat used to reach Cape Lookout National Seashore
Ferries
List of Authorized Ferry Services
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