Cape Hatteras Light is a lighthouse located on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks in the town of Buxton, North Carolina and is part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. [2][3][4] It is the tallest lighthouse …

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse protects one of the most hazardous sections of the Atlantic Coast. Offshore of Cape Hatteras, the Gulf Stream collides with the Virginia Drift, a branch of the Labrador …

Climbing the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is a unique experience. The climb is self-paced and provides views from the tallest brick lighthouse in North America.

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in North Carolina, and measures a little more than 200 feet from the foundation to the top of the lighted tower.

Nov 3, 2025 · The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is not just a beacon for sailors, but also a symbol of American history and ingenuity. Located at 46368 Old Lighthouse Rd, Buxton, NC 27920, this …

The finished structure stood 208 feet high, making it the tallest lighthouse in the United States, a distinction that it still holds. The new light shone for decades, helping ships steer clear of the …

Jul 14, 2025 · Our guide shares more about how you can see Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, its history, interesting facts, and nearby attractions.

While Cape Hatteras remains the tallest brick lighthouse on the continent, it didn’t remain safe from the sea forever. In 1873, the Lighthouse Board had the tower painted with striking black and white …

Jul 26, 2024 · Cape Hatteras Lighthouse on Hatteras Island is arguably the most well-known of them all. Known for its distinctive black-and-white spiral stripes, this iconic lighthouse is the tallest brick …

Jun 3, 2024 · NPCA showcases Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, which the National Park Service moved inland in 1999 to avoid coastal erosion. It is now getting a $19.2 million renovation.