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Wars, hurricanes, winds, and ocean currents have all had impacts on the shores of Cape Hatteras. Join us to learn about the forces of change and the captivating world of life on an island .

Discuss the details and history of this beautiful sentinel and the keepers that kept the light burning .

Discuss the details and history of this beautiful sentinel and learn about current restoration efforts.

Wars, hurricanes, winds, and ocean currents have all had impacts on the shores of Cape Hatteras. Join us to learn about the forces of change and the captivating world of life on an island .

Available for purchase on recreation.gov. Lighthouse climbing ticket sales are available starting the day of the climb at 7:00am, with climbs available every 20 minutes 9:00am – 5:00pm.

Step back into the late 1800s at one of Doughton Park’s most cherished historic sites. Completed in 1889, the Brinegar family home offers visitors a window into mountain life shaped by resilience, craftsmanship, and community. Also, walk through the garden and see whats growing! Rangers and volunteers are on site to share stories of the Brinegar Family.

Step back into the late 1800s at one of Doughton Park’s most cherished historic sites. Completed in 1889, the Brinegar family home offers visitors a window into mountain life shaped by resilience, craftsmanship, and community. Also, walk through the garden and see whats growing! Rangers and volunteers are on site to share stories of the Brinegar Family.

These walking tours meet inside the Point Park entrance gate and last approximately 45-minutes. They provide an overview of the Battles for Chattanooga, fought from November 23 - 25, 1863. *TOURS ARE SUBJECT TO STAFF AVAILABILITY

These 1-hour programs are unique to each ranger providing the program. Please check at information desk upon arrival to ask about the day's Ranger Choice Program. *TOURS ARE SUBJECT TO STAFF AVAILABILITY

The Gilded Age “Denim King”, Moses H. Cone, turned his hand from textile manufacturing to becoming a “gentleman farmer” in the late 1890s. And what better way to emphasize “gentleman” than to build a 23-room mansion in the Blue Ridge mountains? Join a ranger to ascend the grand staircase of the Cone manor house, and peek into the past while touring the living spaces of this local industrialist. Learn about the legacy of the Cone family from Moses’ beginnings as a grocery salesman to the family’s patronage of the fine arts in Baltimore. Then join the ranks of the manor staff as you descend the steep and narrow servant’s stairs to visit the butler’s pantry and kitchen. Learn about the lives of the inside servants, the outdoor estate workers, and the ordinary folk who kept the 3,600 acre country estate in impeccable working order. IMPORTANT: All participants MUST be able to climb and descend two flights of stairs, as this historic building does not have an elevator. Guided tours are limited to 18 people and advance reservations are STRONGLY recommended.

Become a citizen scientist and help spot, count, and record butterflies for the Carolina Butterfly Monitoring Program. You are guaranteed to learn to recognize several butterfly species by the end of this program. Meet by the Brinegar Cabin Garden located at Milepost 238.5 at 10 AM for a slow 1.4-mile stroll to the A Loop of Doughton Park Campground. Bring water, a snack, and binoculars if you have them. 90 minutes plus return walk back to the Brinegar Cabin parking area.

The Gilded Age “Denim King”, Moses H. Cone, turned his hand from textile manufacturing to becoming a “gentleman farmer” in the late 1890s. And what better way to emphasize “gentleman” than to build a 23-room mansion in the Blue Ridge mountains? Join a ranger to ascend the grand staircase of the Cone manor house, and peek into the past while touring the living spaces of this local industrialist. Learn about the legacy of the Cone family from Moses’ beginnings as a grocery salesman to the family’s patronage of the fine arts in Baltimore. Then join the ranks of the manor staff as you descend the steep and narrow servant’s stairs to visit the butler’s pantry and kitchen. Learn about the lives of the inside servants, the outdoor estate workers, and the ordinary folk who kept the 3,600 acre country estate in impeccable working order. IMPORTANT: All participants MUST be able to climb and descend two flights of stairs, as this historic building does not have an elevator. Guided tours are limited to 18 people.