Hatteras Lighthouse

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

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The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse , located on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, is one of the most iconic and recognizable landmarks on …

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Oct 26, 2024
The first thing to know is that the lighthouse is undergoing a renovation, and it cannot be climbed at this time. It is surrounded by scaffolding, and the paint has been removed, so what you can see… Full review by LandSMom
Aug 12, 2024
Third time I visited this light house and have never been disappoint. This is a great place to visit with family, couples or alone. Lot's to see and do in the area. Very enjoyable. Full review by Tim N
Jun 4, 2024
We could not walk up into the lighthouse since they are doing restoration, but seeing it is still amazing. The museum is very informative and to see the video on how they moved the lighthouse is amaz… Full review by 777christya
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I will be visiting Nov 7 and 8, will the lighthouse be open?
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Right now the governor of North Carolina is not making another announcement until the end of September as far as any new guidelines with COVID. The lighthouse itself is open year …
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Right now the governor of North Carolina is not making another announcement until the end of September as far as any new guidelines with COVID. The lighthouse itself is open year round but right now and for the foreseeable future you cannot climb it due to COVID. One more thing if you get the chance check out Bodie Island lighthouse. It’s about an 1 or so away. It’s not as tall as Hatteras but with the scenery around it, much more beautiful.
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Will the Lighthouse be open on May 11 through the 13th.?
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Dare Co. has been closed to everyone, including home owners who don’t live year round in Dare Co. They are talking about opening up the area BUT I would check the lighthouse’s …
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Dare Co. has been closed to everyone, including home owners who don’t live year round in Dare Co. They are talking about opening up the area BUT I would check the lighthouse’s site as well as Date Co. to see when it might be open. Good luck. It’s a great place to visit.
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i'm going to be in durham n.c. 15th thru 18th will lighthouse be open
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It’s closed for climbs for the season. You can still go to it and see it but just can’t climb it.
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Answer by Lynn L · Nov 11, 2019
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is there a fee to climb the lighthouse or park?
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There is a fee to climb the lighthouse- discounted for seniors. It’s beautiful once you get to the top.
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Is Cape Hatteras lighthouse accessible after hurricane Dorian?
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We were there this past week and Hatteras Island is open for visitors but Oracoke Island is not.
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