A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Horse watching, shelling, fishing, birding, camping, lighthouse climbing, and touring historic villages--there’s something for everyone at Cape Lookout. Be sure to bring all the food, water, and supplies you need (and carry your trash out of the park) when visiting these remote beaches.
Current Alerts
- Park ClosurePassenger Ferry Dock Closed; Visitors Deboard via Beach Landing
The ferry dock servicing the Cape Lookout Lighthouse area is closed for repairs. Visitors will deboard the ferry in front of the lighthouse. To reach the boardwalk, visitors will need to walk 5–10 minutes on soft sand. Depending on the tide, visitors may also need to walk through water.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Horse Sense and Survival Horse Watching Walking TourSun Sep 06 2026
- Starlight Cruise to Cape Lookout LighthouseSat Sep 12 2026Visitors will catch the Island Express Ferry from Harkers Island Visitor Center