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Cape Hatteras National Seashore Reports Status Updates After Recent Coastal Storm

September 28, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

An image of a damaged pier in the ocean. There is a missing section near the end of the pier. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Cape Hatteras National Seashore experienced significant impacts from the recent coastal storm. Dare County has declared a State of Emergency for Hatteras Island. As a result, non-resident travel to Hatteras Island is currently prohibited.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

Destinations

Cape Hatteras

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