Wednesday, October 14, 2026
By Submitted Story on September 28, 2026
Visitors and residents should be aware of the following damages and impacts.
The Avon Fishing Pier sustained structural damage during the storm. The Seashore is actively engaged in conversations with the pier’s lessee to evaluate the extent of the damage and determine next steps.
The beach remains closed from the northern boundary of Rodanthe to the pier in Rodanthe. Entering the ocean should be avoided due to the potential for poor water quality associated with damaged septic systems.
Some public beach access boardwalks have been buried or damaged from wave action. A significant amount of private beach stairs and boardwalk decking, septic system parts, and wooden and metal debris from houses are littering the beach. Seashore staff and volunteers are working to clean up these items during routine patrols.
Most off-road vehicle ramps have reopened. Check real-time updates at: go.nps.gov/beachaccess. Routes may be hazardous due to the presence of debris.
Cape Point and Frisco campgrounds remain closed at this time due to Dare County’s State of Emergency declaration. The campground is only open to campers that have not been able to leave Hatteras Island due to limited transportation options.
The Seashore recommends visitors with upcoming travel plans to Hatteras Island monitor drivenc.gov and ncferry.org for the status of N.C. Highway 12 and ferry travel and the Dare County website for updates to its State of Emergency declaration.
