Bodie Island Lighthouse

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Tours may be cancelled if weather conditions are unsafe (i.e., high winds, storms, and/or lightning in the area).  Visitors will receive a refund for any canceled tour minus the non-refundable reservation fee.

Tours may be cancelled if weather conditions are unsafe (i.e., high winds, storms, and/or lightning in the area).  Visitors will receive a refund for any canceled tour minus the non-refundable reservation fee.

Need to Know

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The Bodie Island Lighthouse is open seasonally (mid-April to mid-October) for self-guided tours. When open, tours are scheduled 7 days a week with climbs scheduled every 20 minutes from 9:00 AM to 12:20 PM and 2:20 PM until 5:40 PM. A maximum of 8 tickets are sold for each 20 minute tour time. Tickets must be purchased the day of your climb and go on sale at 7AM each day. Advanced tickets cannot be purchased.  

Changes and Cancellations

Refunds will only be given if your tour is cancelled. Be at the base of the lighthouse 5 minutes prior to your ticket time. No refunds for no shows or late arrivals. 

Contact Information

Mailing Address

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE 1401 NATIONAL PARK DRIVE MANTEO NC 27954

Phone Number

CAPE HATTERAS LIGHT HOUSE: 252-475-9602. BODIE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE: 252-475-9018.

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