![]() NOTE: Our beach sands vary widely in their suitability for riding a bicycle. Bicycles are not to be ridden on the boardwalks in the area of the lighthouse. They must adhere to the rules covering closed areas, including the areas temporarily closed as Wildlife Protection Zones and the permanently closed areas of the pedestrian beach in front of the lighthouse and Power Squadron Spit. Bicycles are permitted only on the open ocean beach (seaward of the dunes) and marked vehicle trails such as the one lane sand trail known as the "back road" running behind the dunes on North and South Core Banks. Bicycles, of all kinds, are not permitted on Shackleford Banks. (see more E-bike information below)īicycles - may be ridden only on the two main barrier islands, North Core Banks and South Core Banks. E-Bikes cannot be purely motor driven - motors can only be used for pedal assist. Motorcycles, including dirt bikes, are prohibited on all barrier islands within the park. Although North Carolina law allows riders under 16 to drive appropriately small-sized ATVs, this is not permitted while in Cape Lookout National Seashore. ![]() You must be at least 16 and have a valid license before you can drive an ATV or UTV in the park.These are enforced.įor Young Riders (under age 16) of an ATV or UTV and their parents: To ensure a safe and enjoyable visit to our beaches, check out the ATV riding rules before you come. See our tips on beach driving for more information.Īll-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and small utility vehicles (UTVs) can also be driven in the areas designated for vehicles. ![]() Even with a four-wheel drive vehicle, it is also advisable to lower the tire pressure to 20 psi or lower. For more information on obtaining the Beach Driving Permit and its window decal, check out the ORV Beach Driving Permit page.įour-wheel drive is highly recommended for the islands as two-wheeled drive and all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles are more easily stuck in the soft sand areas of the beach and sand trails. The Driving Permit must be purchased online at before coming to the park. Speed limits are posted and enforced.Īll drivers must obtain the ORV Beach Driving Permit and have the decal on their vehicle before they can drive on the islands. Closures are enforced.Īlthough Cape Lookout National Seashore allows vehicles to drive off-road, it is not an "off-road park." Driving is allowed as a means of transportation only and is restricted to the open oceanside beach seaward of the dunes and on marked trails. Read our Know Your Signs page to get better acquainted with these and other signs. Zone locations are updated on the park's Wildlife Protection Zone page and on the park's social media pages on Facebook and Twitter. Drivers are responsible for knowing where temporary wildlife protection zones are as well. There is a map in the Beach Driving brochure which shows ramps from the back road to the beach and permanent closures. Other areas will have reduced speed limits to allow visitors to spot and avoid bird chicks in the area. The protected areas and detours around the protected areas are marked. During certain times of year, parts of the beach will be closed to vehicle traffic in order to protect bird and turtle nests.
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