A Famous Symbol
Built in 1799, it was first lit in October of 1803. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has been built to protect one of the most dangerous sections of the Atlantic Coast, “Diamond Shoals” where hundreds to thousands of shipwrecks can be found and has gained the reputation as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic”. Through its existence, the tower has been renovated, reconstructed and moved from its original location. It is known and recognized as the tallest lighthouse in the United States, 23rd tallest traditional lighthouse in the world and a famous symbol of North Carolina. The lighthouse is also famous for its black and white stripe daymark pattern gaining the nickname as the “Big Barber Pole”.
The tower is one of the several operational lighthouses in North Carolina. It is open to the public from early April to Mid of October. Visitors can climb its 248 steps for the spectacular view of the ocean. Frame Buildings near the lighthouse which was opened as a Visitor Center with displays of the Island’s maritime history. Not far from the lighthouse is a picnic area and a nature trail were guests can enjoy being one with nature at this public art site in NC.
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