Can I Still Camp On Hatteras Island After Electrical Shutdown?

Cape Hatteras National Seashore is

open year-round

, although facilities and programs do change throughout the year.

Is Cape Point campground closed?

Can you camp out on the Outer Banks North Carolina?

Permits are not required for camping in the Outer Banks

, but you must stay in official campgrounds that are either privately owned or managed by the National Park Service. Oceanfront camping means behind the barrier dunes; camping on the beach itself is not allowed.

Are tents allowed on Outer Banks beaches?

Canopies and tents must be placed no closer than 10 feet apart

. Tents and canopies cannot be larger than 12×12 and stand no higher than 9 feet above the sand when erected. Beach equipment cannot obstruct the line of sight of a lifeguard to the sand and cannot obstruct the passage of public works or emergency vehicles.

Can you camp on Shackleford island?

Everything you need to know about Camping on Cape Lookout or Shackleford Banks can be found on the National Park Service website

. Each passenger is allowed 2 free carry-ons, which can be a tote, backpack, small cooler, etc. There is a fee of $5.00 per item for any item over 2 or for oversized items.

Why is the Hatteras lighthouse closed?

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is closed to climbing for the 2021 season

due to an extensive restoration project

. Climbing is available at nearby Bodie Island Lighthouse.

Is Hwy 12 open to Hatteras?

The highway is now fully open on both Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands

, as N.C. 12 also reopened on Ocracoke Island earlier this morning, as well as in northern Buxton.

Are the Outer Banks lighthouses open?

The Bodie Island Lighthouse is open seasonally for self-guided climbs

. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse may not be open for climbing in 2022 due to ongoing restoration efforts. The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse is not open for climbing but the base is open periodically for viewing.

Do you need a permit to drive on the beach in the Outer Banks?

A beach driving permit is required for driving on all Outer Banks beaches, except the northern 4WD beaches of Carova

. Permits are available from the National Park Service for driving in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, or from the respective towns, (like Nags Head or Kill Devil Hills), in the central Outer Banks.

What city is Cape Hatteras in?

Is there any BLM land in North Carolina?

Boondocking is legal across North Carolina at several designated areas within the Croatan, Nantahala, Pisgah, and Uwharrie National Forests

. As long as you do not encamp near trailheads and follow all regulations related to fire safety (especially in summer), you're usually good to go.

Does Cape Point Campground have electricity?

Each section of Cape Point Campground has a modern restroom and an outdoor shower with cold water (inside a wooden shelter, so nobody can see you take a shower). There is a dump station for RVs just outside the campground, but

no electricity

or water hook-ups.

Is the road to Cape Hatteras open?

The road is open

, but soundside flooding remains an issue in many places, so travel is still not advised, especially in low-clearance vehicles. If you must, travel with EXTREME CAUTION. Stay safe. Soundside flooding is worsening all along NC12 between Oregon Inlet and Hatteras.

Does Ocracoke campground have electricity?

A dump station for RVs is located just outside the campground, but

there are no electricity

or water hook-ups.

Can you metal detect on Hatteras Island?

Metal detecting is prohibited within Cape Hatteras National Seashore

. These prohibited beaches include Avon, Buxton, Frisco, Hatteras, Ocracoke, Rodanthe, Salvo and Waves.

Can you metal detect at the Outer Banks?

In general,

metal detecting is allowed at the public beaches on the Outer Banks

. These prohibited beaches include Avon, Buxton, Frisco, Hatteras, Ocracoke, Rodanthe, Salvo and Waves. Additionally, metal detecting is prohibited in all North Carolina State Parks, which include the beach at Jockey Ridge State Park.

Can you drink alcohol on the beach in NC?

Remember, underage drinking is always against the rules. Carolina Beach – 3 hours, 46 minutes –

If you're headed to the Beach Strand, don't take any alcohol at all

. If you're driving and parking on the beach at Freeman Park, you can take beer (cans only), but no liquor.

How do I get to Shackleford Banks?

Although the Shackleford Banks is only accessible by boat, reaching the Shackleford Banks is a fairly easy venture thanks to

Island Express Ferry Service

. Island Express Ferry Service is the only taxi service that is commisioned by the National Park Service to provide transportation to and from Shackleford Banks.

Where is Shackleford Banks NC?

Shackleford Banks is located

near Harkers Island, North Carolina, Beaufort, North Carolina, and Fort Macon State Park

, and is a part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore.

How big is Shackleford?

The island is

nine miles long

and we stayed for three hours and barely scratched the surface.

Is Bodie Island Lighthouse still in operation?

The building now serves as a ranger office and visitor center for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The most recent restoration of the lighthouse itself was completed in 2013. Still a functioning navigational aid,

the tower is open seasonally for public tours

.

How long is the ferry ride from Hatteras to Ocracoke?

Three vehicle ferries bring cars, trucks, RVs, motorcycles and bicycles to Ocracoke Island. The free Hatteras-Ocracoke Ferry offers multiple trips daily year-round, and the crossing takes

60 minutes

.

How much did it cost to move the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse?

The lighthouse was moved in June 1999 at a cost of

$11.8 million

.

Can you drive through the Outer Banks?

About the Outer Banks Scenic Byway

The byway extends for 138 driving miles and 25 ferry-traveling miles

, and effectively crosses across several islands which includes Cedar Island, Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island.

What is the least crowded beach in North Carolina?

Emerald Isle Beach

, North Carolina

Beaches are not usually crowded, making it a good place for swimming, body boarding, and shelling – just watch out for its population of nesting sea turtles.

Is Bonner Bridge open?

The pier is free and

open 24 hours a day

. View photos on Cape Hatteras National Seashore's Flickr page.