National Park Service Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Cape hatteras national seashore the nation s first national seashore is a dynamic barrier island ecosystem preserving unique plants and wildlife.

National park service cape hatteras national seashore.

There is much here for you to enjoy as you discover the unique natural cultural and recreational opportunities offered preserved and protected by the national park service on north carolina s outer banks. Cape hatteras national seashore information from the sea turtles nesting on sandy beaches to the deer seeking shelter in the maritime woods the seashore provides a home and habitat for creatures large and small on land and in the water a rich variety of plant and animal life. Welcome to cape hatteras national seashore. There is a braille version of the park brochure available for loan at the information desk in the hatteras island museum of the sea.

Every year thousands of individuals contribute their enthusiasm and skills to help the national park service preserve and protect the natural and cultural resources and to serve and educate visitors. The seashore stretches approximately 67 miles along the outer banks of north carolina and includes the islands of bodie hatteras and ocracoke. Spending time on the sandy beaches of cape hatteras national seashore is a memorable experience no matter your activity level. The hatteras island museum of the sea has three closed captioned and audio described videos available for viewing.