Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Since 1875, this lighthouse has kept mariners from danger, night and day. The Keepers’ Dwelling has housed more than two dozen families, as their duties of “Lighthouse Keeper” were carried out. Today, our on-site keepers and staff continue the tradition: cleaning the lens, maintaining the structure and grounds, and most importantly, now – sharing it with you.

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Currituck Beach Lighthouse History

The story of our tower begins in 1873 when Congress appropriated funding for a lighthouse in Northeastern NC.

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Weddings at Currituck Beach Lighthouse

We love sharing the lighthouse with you. If you need an unrivaled venue for your special day, look no further. Whether your party is 5 or 150, our grounds can provide a perfect spot for your ceremony.

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Currituck Beach Lighthouse Tour Groups

We welcome large groups. To qualify for the group rate, your party must have at least 15 people. Make your reservation below.

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What Makes Currituck Beach Lighthouse in Corolla a Must-See

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Linda Linzey
03:56 27 Mar 25
The folks at the lighthouse were informative and friendly.
Jessica J
19:45 26 Mar 25
Mark LaCombe
18:48 26 Mar 25
James Rogers
01:26 19 Mar 25
Carbo Kuo (BYVoid)
01:09 16 Mar 25
A very beautiful red brick lighthouse with a very high height and beautiful and pleasant surrounding environment. Even if you don’t climb the tower, it’s still nice to walk around.
Michael Venning
15:52 21 Nov 24
Great time climbing, 220 steps so be prepared! Good view, bit windy so hang on to your hat, nice staff, no wait time when we went - but was told during peak summer season there is a small wait. There is a nice FREE museum across the street worth seeing. Seemed to be plenty of parking. Small fee to climb - non profit, so worth the small entrance fee. Overall a good value for your buck.
Angela Irwin
14:15 15 Nov 24
While staying in Corolla on vacation, we decided to explore the Currituck beach lighthouse. It was great! Very friendly staff, informational pamphlet, and there’s a gift shop right next to it. The view from the top is amazing!
Natasha Wells (CaptainZelda)
17:36 18 Oct 24
I’ve lived in NC for over a decade and we’ve never been to a lighthouse! Kids over 4 are able to climb. It’s a little disorienting, but thankfully there’s a landing at each level. The very top offers an incredible view! The entire grounds are beautiful to walk and explore, and there’s even a museum detailing the history of this area. OBX is quickly becoming a favorite NC spot, and we’ll definitely be back (in the off season).
On a Friday during off season we were able to get in and go up north problem.
Jamie Wojciechowski
21:29 11 Oct 24
Beautiful historic lighthouse just north of Corolla on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The lighthouse sits in a large green space with boardwalks and pathways that connect the various sites that you can visit.

First used in 1875 and just beautiful, the lighthouse is worth a visit if visiting the area.
Jo Jensen
12:25 07 Oct 24
Gorgeous red brick lighthouse!

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