Cape Lookout National Seashore

Hurricane Erin Closures At Cape Lookout National Seashore:

The National Park Service staff will be monitoring ongoing developments with Hurricane Erin and will post updates as needed on the park website at go.nps.gov/stormwatch, and via Facebook and Instagram.

Prospectus for Passenger Ferry Service to the South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks and Land Transp

Find more information for concession business opportunity to provide passenger ferry service to the South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks and land transportation on the South Core Banks at https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/cc-calo001-26.htm

Costly Outcome: Shark Island

Located near the Point of Cape Lookout, a sandbar has begun to connect, known as Shark Island, which lies outside of Cape Lookout's jurisdiction. The sand in this region is soft, making it difficult to navigate, increasing the risk of becoming stuck.

Fireworks Prohibited within Cape Lookout National Seashore

Happy Independence Day! We look forward to spending the holiday weekend with you. A friendly reminder that for public safety, fireworks are prohibited within Cape Lookout National Seashore.

Small Craft Advisory issued December 30 at 12:36AM EST until December 30 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

12:36 AM — 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and very rough waters. * WHERE...Pamlico Sound. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Small Craft Advisory issued December 30 at 12:36AM EST until December 31 at 3:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

12:36 AM — 12:45 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...Until 3 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.