The first-order Fresnel lens is visible in the lantern room of the Bodie Island Lighthouse.

National Seashore

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

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Info

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!

Operating Hours

  • 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.
    Wednesday - All Day
    Monday - All Day
    Thursday - All Day
    Sunday - All Day
    Tuesday - All Day
    Friday - All Day
    Saturday - All Day

Weather info

The weather along the Outer Banks varies throughout the year and even throughout the day. Please check the National Weather Service information at http://www.weather.gov/mhx/ for forecast information.