What is the water and sand quality of the Cape Lookout beach?

The coastline of Cape Lookout beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Cape Lookout beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cape Lookout beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Cape Lookout beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.The waves in the Cape Lookout beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Cape Lookout beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Cape Lookout beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Cape Lookout beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Cape Lookout beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cape Lookout beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Cape Lookout beach?

There are 0 places to stay in the Cape Lookout beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Cape Lookout beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6273124&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inlet Inn NC</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2437894&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pecan Tree Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5417109&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inn on Turner</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7077685&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beaufort Pad with Patio 3 Blocks to Waterfront!</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8080714&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Southwinds</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7077790&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Charming Retreat with Water View, Walk to Downtown</a></li></ul>

How far is the Cape Lookout beach from parking?

The Cape Lookout beach has no parking spot.

What is the best time of the year to visit Cape Lookout beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Cape Lookout beach is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Cape Lookout beach (North Carolina) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Cape Lookout beach (North Carolina) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Cape Lookout beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Cape Lookout beach with turquoise pure water surface

Cape Lookout beach

Harkers Island, United States

6.7

#50 out of 49 in North Carolina 1

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Cape Lookout • 3.6 km

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Cape Lookout beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 50th place out of 49 beaches in the North Carolina region 234.5 km away from its center, the city of Raleigh. It is one of the beaches of Cape Lookout settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

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+24 ^o C +20 ^o C

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8.1 M/S

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+28 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

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Located outside the settlement

Cape Lookout • 3.6 km

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12 accomodations nearby

18.9km from the beach

Beaufort Townhome with Game Room 8 Mi to Beaches!

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Located at nearest locality

Cape Lookout • 15.4km from center

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Entire Home - EV Power Station, Bikes, Pool, Fishing, Park

19.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Entire Home - EV Power Station, Bikes, Pool, Fishing, Park

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Cape Lookout • 15.6km from center

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Beaufort Pad with Patio 3 Blocks to Waterfront!

19.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Beaufort Pad with Patio 3 Blocks to Waterfront!

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Cape Lookout • 16km from center

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Charming Retreat with Water View, Walk to Downtown

19.7km from the beach

7.5 Very good

Charming Retreat with Water View, Walk to Downtown

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Cape Lookout • 16.4km from center

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19.8km from the beach

Beaufort Villas #D

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Cape Lookout • 16.3km from center

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20.2km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Inlet Inn NC

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Cape Lookout • 16.9km from center

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20.3km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Pecan Tree Inn

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Cape Lookout • 16.9km from center

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20.5km from the beach

The Beaufort Flat Downtown with Private Boat Dock

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Cape Lookout • 17.2km from center

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20.6km from the beach

Inn on Turner

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Cape Lookout • 17.3km from center

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21.1km from the beach

Tar Landing 603

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Cape Lookout • 18.2km from center

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21.2km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Southwinds C8

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Cape Lookout • 18.2km from center

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21.4km from the beach

Southwinds

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Cape Lookout • 18.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

19.6km

Fort Macon beach

7.2 Good

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Atlantic beach

7.4 Good

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Pine Knoll Shores beach

7 Good

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Indian beach

7.2 Good

41.1km

Eastern Regional beach

7.3 Good

47.5km

Emerald Isle beach

7.3 Good

68.1km

Onslow beach

7.4 Good

75.3km

ORV beach

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Cape Lookout • 3.6km

Main locality of province

Raleigh • 234.5km

Transport

Airport

MRH • 21.7km

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6.7 Good

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Terry Ravitt

Novice Beachgoer • 11 months ago

10 Exceptional

One of the most beautiful beaches in North Carolina.

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Aria Elise

Novice Beachgoer • 11 months ago

10 Exceptional

Awesome

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Nathaniel Ashwood

Novice Beachgoer • 11 months ago

10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved this section of the Outer Banks. My friend Billy and I had an amazing time fishing.

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Whitson Porter

Novice Beachgoer • 11 months ago

10 Exceptional

Have you ever been to the stunning beaches of eastern North Carolina? They are truly a hidden gem, only accessible by boat. Forget about the Bahamas, because these beaches, like Shark Island, Cape Lookout, and Lone Palm, offer breathtaking beauty that will leave you in awe.