Covering approximately 45 square miles on North Carolina's Outer Banks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is the most extensive stretch of undeveloped seashore on the Atlantic Coast. Except for a few villages on the islands, the national recreation area includes Ocracoke and Hatteras islands and part of Bodie (Body) Island. The islands are connected by a toll-free bridge and a free ferry service.
Vast expanses of sand and water are the main attractions in this area of wild beauty. Bottlenose dolphin are seen near the beach many times. The sand is very treacherous for motorists; visitors should park in designated areas and never leave the road except where indicated.
The lands are public property and residents and visitors have free access to the ocean. State and federal fishing regulations apply to waters inside and outside the boundaries. Regulated waterfowl hunting is permitted within the seashore, excluding Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Day-use facilities are at Coquina Beach, Cape Point and Ocracoke. The Bodie Island Visitor Center, south on SR 12, provides brochures and a schedule of activities. It is open daily 9-5, Memorial Day-Labor Day.
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