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 Stretched
over 70 miles of barrier islands, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a
fascinating combination of natural and cultural resources, and provides
a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Once dubbed the "Graveyard
of the Atlantic" for its treacherous currents, shoals, and storms,
Cape Hatteras has a wealth of history relating to shipwrecks, lighthouses,
and the U.S. Lifesaving Service. These dynamic islands provide a variety
of habitats and are a valuable wintering area for migrating waterfowl.
The park's fishing and surfing are considered the best on the east coast.
Operating Hours &
Seasons
The park is open year
round.
Park visitor centers at Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras, and Ocracoke are
open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, September through May (except for Christmas)
and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in summer.
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| Communities
Surrounding Cape Hatteras National Seashore | |
| Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park. | Rodanthe, NC (15 min.
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Waves, NC (16 min.
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Salvo, NC (18 min.
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Manteo, NC (21 min.
) Pop. 1,052
Nags Head, NC (21 min.
) Pop. 2,700
Wanchese, NC (24 min.
) Pop. 1,527
Kill Devil Hills, NC (25 min.
) Pop. 5,897
Manns Harbor, NC (30 min.
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Kitty Hawk, NC (32 min.
) Pop. 2,991
| Avon, NC (35 min.
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Point Harbor, NC (39 min.
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Harbinger, NC (41 min.
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Buxton, NC (43 min.
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Frisco, NC (43 min.
)
Powells Point, NC (49 min.
)
Stumpy Point, NC (50 min.
)
Engelhard, NC (1 hr.
19 min.
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