Cape Lookout National Seashore consists of three undeveloped barrier islands covering 55 miles. Activities include: fishing, swimming, birding, boating, windsurfing, kayaking and shelling. Cape Lookout Lighthouse is located on south Core Banks and is accessible by public ferry or private boat. Primitive camping allowed. Visitors should bring drinking water, sunscreen and bug spray. Pets are allowed on leash, but they are not allowed on public ferries or in concession lodgings.
In 1804, Congress authorized construction of a lighthouse on Cape Lookout, the southernmost tip of the Outer Banks barrier islands. Completed in 1812, the Cape Lookout light was reconstructed in 1859 to its height of 163
Harkers Island, NC LighthousesThe Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center documents and preserves the cultural heritage of Core Sound through temporary exhibits, demonstrations and events. Its collection is the region'
Harkers Island, NC MuseumsCape Lookout National Seashore consists of three undeveloped barrier islands covering 55 miles. Activities include:
Harkers Island, NC Other Attractions Local ferry tours of Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks.
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This 24-unit inn offers comfortable rooms and efficiencies in Harkers Island within sight of Cape Lookout. The inn's marina offers fishing charter and water-taxi services.
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