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06/11/2026

We recently came across a damaged trash can with a large hole melted through the bottom, likely caused by hot coals or remnants from a beach pit fire being disposed of improperly.

Please never place hot materials in trash cans. This includes coals, ashes, partially burned wood, or any debris from a beach fire. Even when something looks cool on the surface, it can stay dangerously hot underneath for hours and can easily melt plastic containers or start a fire.

Be sure to fully extinguish your beach fire with water.

Remove all debris after the fire is completely out.

Clean the area of all trash before leaving the beach.

Protecting our beach isn’t just about keeping it clean. It’s about keeping it safe for everyone. Improper disposal of hot materials can damage property, create hazards, and even lead to fires.

06/08/2026

06/01/2026

03/23/2026

♥ 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐁𝐗 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 ♥

CAROLINA COTO
Born in San José, Costa Rica, Carolina Coto earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art with an emphasis in Painting from the University of Costa Rica in 2007. She has lived and worked as a full-time artist on the Outer Banks of North Carolina since 2011. Her work is inspired by the landscapes of the Outer Banks, the rhythm of life near the ocean, and the places she has encountered during her travels. The vibrant colors and natural beauty of Costa Rica, where she was born and raised, continue to play an important role in her artistic expression. Her paintings are held in private collections in Spain, Costa Rica, and the United States. Carolina Coto Art

03/21/2026

Starting April, everyday has a theme adding some fun and savings into your visit!

REMINDER- Every Thursday & Friday we are offering the Little Warrior Latte with 50% of the proceeds going to Milly & Blue Room Roasters!

03/21/2026

01/13/2026

1/12/26 @ 3:45 PM - Cape Hatteras is currently in the low 40s, but let's look back on the record setting heat from this past weekend.

01/06/2026

🌞: We've made it, you've probably noticed, but our daylight is getting longer, especially in the evening, as sunsets are starting to get later. Over the next 9 weeks, we will gain nearly 2 hours of daylight, and then spring forward is only 9 weeks away!

-Ethan

01/05/2026

Looking for 2026 ferry schedules? You can find them here: https://bit.ly/3hmD37z.

And, as a reminder, you have THREE ways to find out if your route is affected by weather or other issues: Text and/or emails via ncdot.gov/fins, and by the status chart on our home page.