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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Jo JensenJo Jensen
12:25 07 Oct 24
Gorgeous red brick lighthouse!
LumiFae Handcrafted Festival AccesoriesLumiFae Handcrafted Festival Accesories
23:38 05 Oct 24
Super cute lighthouse. Oldworld charm. Optiojbto climb to the top. Super knowledgeable staff.
Jennifer CanoJennifer Cano
13:52 05 Oct 24
Beautiful, well kept grounds and views from the top are stunning!
Donald CampagnaDonald Campagna
00:22 04 Oct 24
Best view in the northern OBX! Wear good sneakers as it’s 200+ steps to the top! $13 per person to climb the stairs.
NancyNancy
22:00 27 Jul 24
We visited the lighthouse around 9:45am on a Friday morning. The wait was just a few minutes. It was worth the drive and was the favorite sightseeing attraction of the whole trip. The lighthouse’s beautiful bricks are unpainted. The view is absolutely spectacular. Well worth the climb of 220 stairs and $13/person fee. Don’t forget to get your national park passport stamped at the lighthouse and at the museum shop.
Reilly HarbisonReilly Harbison
12:50 09 Jul 24
A little pricey at $13 per person to climb, but I get why they charge. Everyone was very nice and helpful. The climb was worth it. Great views from the top and you can pause on the landings to read some history of the lighthouse if need be. Climbed it with 2 kids and it was short enough they didn't complain. The surrounding area was very pretty and very well maintained. There's also a nice little goose/marsh themed park for the kids to play on. Would visit again.
Amanda WalkerAmanda Walker
10:28 08 Jul 24
This was an awesome experience! The views from the top are amazing and it was cool to learn about how the keepers live and the different lighthouse technologies over the years. I thought it would be frightening since I don't do well with heights but it wasn't. Just keep reminding yourself the walls are several feet deep. Lol
Sugar GSugar G
02:28 08 Jul 24
A must see if in or around the area!!
David AdamsDavid Adams
11:02 21 Jun 24
Great national park sight rich with heritage and historic value. I think with the amount of people that climb the stairs each day they wouldn't need to charge$17 per patron to maintain the grounds and structure but is not my business, just seemed to me some people will miss out on these wonderful sights because you have a large group and didn't budget that kinda money to climb to the top. And being over 2 hour wait at times was a definite downer. Plan accordingly since you can't advance purchase tickets to go.
Jeux NiJeux Ni
23:22 13 Jun 24
Steps were very slender on inside turn going up on a crowded day. The view at the top was worth the climb!
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