Things To Do

Cape Lookout National Seashore Ferry Services (To Cape Lookout, Shackleford Banks & Carrot Island)

Climbing the Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Climbing Times: Lighthouse climbs will take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the open season (late May through Labor Day)  Climbs will begin every 15 minutes from 10:00 am until 3:30 pm.  The lighthouse may close at any time if weather conditions are determined to be unsafe.

Tickets for Lighthouse Climbs: Tickets will be available for purchase Tuesday through Saturday at the Light Station Visitor Center, near the ferry dock, and by phone.  The phone number for advanced reservations is 252-728-0708.  Tickets sales will begin at 9:30 am and continue until 3:00 pm.
 
Prices for Tickets: $8.00 for adults. $4 for children 8-12 (must be above 44”), senior citizens (62 years and older).  Cash or credit cards accepted.  Climbers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Beaufort Down East/Harkers Island Morehead City-Newport

Beaufort

Island Ferry Adventures
610 Front Street
Beaufort, 28516
(252) 728-7555

Passenger only ferry service to Shackleford Banks & other barrier islands departs Beaufort City Docks. Dolphin watches & scenic tours also available. Additional location in Harkers Island. 5 Boat Tours per day in season email: ncbeachbum@ec.rr.com.

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Lookout
Front Street
Beaufort, 28516
252-504-SAIL

Lookout Cruises offers daily sailing excursions departing historic Beaufort for up to 42 passengers on a 45-foot catamaran with cushioned seating, plenty of shade and large clean restrooms on board.

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Outer Banks Ferry Service
326 Front Street
Beaufort, 28516
252-728-4129

Offering service 7 days a week year-round to Cape Lookout, Bird Shoal, Sand Dollar Island and Carrot Island.

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