Cape Point and Hatteras Beaches
The wildest part of the national seashore, where two currents collide off Cape Point. Great for surfing, kiteboarding and fishing.
- Open
- Always open, though some beach ramps close for nesting birds
- Price
- Free; paid beach-driving permit
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Address
- Ramp 44, Buxton, NC 27920Google MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- Off NC 12, past the lighthouse.
Why Go
America's first national seashore has about 70 miles of undeveloped beach. Cape Point is a legendary surf-fishing spot, and Canadian Hole in Buxton is a famous windsurfing and kiteboarding lagoon. You can drive parts of the beach with a permit and four-wheel drive.
Tips
- Rip currents are strong. Swim at lifeguarded beaches, which are few.
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