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Cape Lookout National Seashore
Laws & Policies
Rules & Regulations

Superintendent's Compendium (pdf)
Local park rules regarding fires, pets, beach driving, camping, etc.
Code of Federal Regulations, Title 36
Federal rules governing what happens in a National Park.
North Carolina State ATV Regulations
The state regulations went into effect December 1, 2005

Wildlife Nesting and Vehicle Closure Areas

Frequently Asked Questions
Closed areas on North Core and Middle Core Banks
Closed areas on South Core Banks and "Ophelia" Island
Closed areas on Cape Lookout

Aerial view of Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks  

Did You Know?
Barrier islands, such as those of Cape Lookout National Seashore, are piles of sand. As storms come up from the ocean the beaches are constantly rearranged.

Last Updated: July 04, 2009 at 16:15 EST