In 1804, Congress authorized construction of a lighthouse on Cape Lookout, the southernmost tip of the Outer Banks barrier islands. Completed in 1812, the Cape Lookout light was reconstructed in 1859 to its height of 163
Harkers Island, NC Lighthouses This 24-unit inn offers comfortable rooms and efficiencies in Harkers Island within sight of Cape Lookout. The inn's marina offers fishing charter and water-taxi services.
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Cape Lookout National Seashore consists of three undeveloped barrier islands covering 55 miles. Activities include:
Harkers Island, NC Other Attractions Local ferry tours of Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks.
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The Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center documents and preserves the cultural heritage of Core Sound through temporary exhibits, demonstrations and events. Its collection is the region'
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The Island Inn is a contributing structure in the Ocracoke District of the National Register of Historic Places. The main two...
Front nine is wide open on sandy soil with no water holes, but look out for houses on both sides of fairways. Back nine is gr...
Climb the 214 steps to the top of the majestic, red brick lighthouse. First lit on December 1, 1875, the beacon filled the re...
Burgers, BBQ, hot dogs, salads, seafood, and softserve ice cream specialties. ...