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Buxton area FacilitiesNote: telephone area code is 252
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Buxton area BeachesNote: telephone area code is 252other Cape Hatteras area Recreation Facilities
There is a regional public beach access point approximately 9 miles to the south (1 mile north of Hatteras). For accommodations, campgrounds, activities and other facilities information, see: Buxton InformationBuxton area Recreation Facilities Directory Return to Buxton - Return to area MAP - Return to area Community LIST
Buxton area CampgroundsNote: telephone area code is 252other Buxton area Recreation Facilities Privately owned/operated Campgrounds:
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Buxton area PARKSNote: telephone area code is 252other Buxton area Recreation Facilities
Cape Hatteras National Seashore NCStretched over 70 miles of barrier islands, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (otherwise known as the Outer Banks) is North Carolina's version of the Great Barrier Reef. Infamous for centuries for its ability to sink the stoutest ships, the Outer Banks has been dubbed the Graveyard of the Atlantic. It is a contrast of unbelievably violent weather alternating with ambiance of quiet, sun-filled, lackadaisical bliss. A quiet, relaxed drive on NC-12 is balm for the soul. The Outer Banks stretches in a curve for some 70 miles and includes Bodie, Hatteras, and Ocracoke Islands. Abounding in natural and cultural resources, including a wide range of recreational opportunities, this region is another self-contained vacation paradise. The Visitor Center, located at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton, is open year-round, and offers a variety of exhibits on the Park themes. There are also visitor centers on Bodie Island and Ocracoke Island but they are only open during the summer months. Access to NC-12 is by US-64 (see Fort Raleigh National Historic Site) and US-158 (a continuation of VA-168 coming from Norfolk). Access from Morehead City to the south is by ferry but advance reservations are usually necessary. The Pamlico Sound Ferry ($10 - phone: 800-BY-FERRY or 252-225-3551) connects Cedar Island to the south with Ocracoke (252-928-3841). This also requires transport by the Hatteras Inlet Ferry but it's free.
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Hatteras area Facilities
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| Property | Hatteras except as noted |
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| Frisco Woods Campground | P.O.Box 159 | 995-5208 |
| Hatteras Sands Camping Resort | P.O.Box 295 | 986-2422 |
| Sands of Time Campground | P.O.Box 125 | 995-5596 |
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| Property | Hatteras except as noted |
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Privately owned/operated Campgrounds:
| Property | Ocracoke except as noted |
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| Beachcomber Campground & Mart | Highway 12 | 928-4031 |
| Teeter's Campground | Cemetary Rd | 928-3135 |
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| Property | Ocracoke except as noted |
252+except as noted |
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Privately owned/operated Campgrounds:
| Property | Salvo except as noted |
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| Camp Hatteras | 24798 NC Hwy 12, Rodanthe | 987-2777 |
| Mid-Atlantic Market & Campground | Highway 12 | 987-1520 |
| North Beach Campground | 23781 NC Hwy, Rodanthe | 987-2378 |
| Ocean Waves Campground | 25313 N Highway, Waves | 987-2556 |
| Shore Line Marina & Campground | Highway 12, Rodanthe | 987-1403 |
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| Property | Salvo
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Privately owned/operated Marinas
| Property | Salvo except as noted |
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| Shore Line Marina | Highway 12, Rodanthe | 987-1403 |
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Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge - Rodanthe
This is a special protected area within the Hatteras National Seashore for migrating waterfowl (mainly Canada geese, snow geese and tundra swans) and the environment required to attract and sustain them. In addition to the usual sand dunes you'll find salt marshes, tidewater streams and ponds teaming with wildlife. Seasonally, along the Atlantic beach the endangered loggerhead turtles come to make their nests and deposit their eggs. Open year-round, access is limited to daylight hours. You can hike all the way around this 5,900+ acre refuge (although there is no specifically marked trail) but there is an easy 4 or 5 mile trail which takes you in a loop with primary access at the visitors center. It circles North Pond and has several benches and viewing platforms from which you can comfortably watch the geese and swans.
Pamlico Sound which separates the Outer Banks from the mainland provides great opportunities for paddlers. There are several small bays and tidewater creeks but the sound can be very treacherous when the wind is up. A boat ramp is 3 miles south of the visitors' center.
The visitors center is usually open during the summer but, if it is closed, they have a nice kiosk 3 miles north of the visitors center.
The only highway is NC-12 which is accessed from US-158 at Kitty Hawk and from US-64 at Manteo. Both the Pea Island and Alligator River Wildlife Refuges are managed from the office in Manteo, - postal address: P.O.Box 1969, Manteo NC 27954. Phone: 987-2394 or 473-1131.
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Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge - Rodanthe
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