Local News
Cape Hatteras breaks record for visitors in a year
2021 is a record year for tourism at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Posted — UpdatedHATTERAS, N.C. — 2021 is a record year for tourism at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
As of the end of October, the park has seen more than 2.9 million visitors. That breaks the all-time high for an entire year, which was set in 2002.
Officials said this could be the first time the park reaches three million visits in a single year.
In June 2020, almost 400,000 people visited.
If you're considering visiting the park, officials say it's important to follow these safety rules:
- Check the rip current forecast before heading to the beach. Beach visitors can also sign up for ocean safety text messages by texting ‘Join OBXBeachConditions’ to 30890.
- Practice the three W’s – Wear a cloth face covering when social distancing cannot be maintained. Wait six feet apart in line. Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Keep dogs on a maximum 6’ leash.
- Before driving on designated off-road vehicle (ORV) routes in your permitted vehicle, it is strongly recommended that tire pressure be lowered to at least 20 psi.
- Beach equipment must not be left on beaches overnight. Items left overnight on the beach are considered abandoned and are subject to removal.
Related Topics
• Credits
Copyright 2024 by Capitol Broadcasting Company. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
