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Cape Hatteras Light Station
Buxton · 46375 Lighthouse Rd Buxton NC 27920
At a glance
Type
Historic Lighthouse
Setting
Exterior
Parking
Yes
Power
Limited
Permit
Required
Visual character
“Tallest brick lighthouse in US (198 ft); dramatic black-and-white spiral stripe; sweeping Atlantic beach; golden hour light is extraordinary”
About
Cape Hatteras Light Station is the crown jewel of the Outer Banks — the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States at 198 feet, wrapped in its unmistakable black-and-white spiral candy-stripe pattern. Set against the wild Atlantic and endless sandy beach, this NPS-managed site delivers sweeping coastal drama for any genre. The lighthouse grounds offer foreground variety: dunes, sea oats, crashing surf, and weather-beaten boardwalks. The adjacent keeper's quarters provide period architecture. Commercial filming requires an NPS permit through Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The new EXPLORE Act (2025) means crews of 8 or fewer with hand-carried gear may not need a permit, but larger commercial productions must apply. Golden hour light reflecting off the Atlantic is a cinematographer's dream. Strong wind and surf create natural sound texture.
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