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Cape Hatteras Light Station (Lighthouse), Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Buxton, North Carolina

Hatteras Light House

A punchy, fast beachbreak in front of the Cape Hatteras lighthouse where groin-driven peaks can jack up into hollow lefts and rights when easterly groundswell arrives. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Hatteras Light House in North Carolina.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationNorth Carolina, US
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The Wave

Best everyday windows are long-period E-SE or NE groundswells with light W-NW offshore breeze.

Tides shift which groin holds the peak so low-mid tide usually sorts cleaner lines.

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Lineup Guide

Three groins and frequent sand movement create short, powerful peaks that can close out quickly and set strong rips near the lighthouse.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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