Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Buxton, North Carolina, United States
Other · local-legend
The Story
One lighthouse legend concerns a large black-and-white cat that rubs against visitors, then vanishes. Haunted Places says the cat continued to appear after the tower was moved. Other stories concern a raincoated man called Bob and cries associated in folklore with the abandoned Carroll A. Deering offshore.
The Hauntings
One lighthouse legend concerns a large black-and-white cat that rubs against visitors, then vanishes. Haunted Places says the cat continued to appear after the tower was moved. Other stories concern a raincoated man called Bob and cries associated in folklore with the abandoned Carroll A. Deering offshore.
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Plan Your Visit
NPS restoration update of July 24, 2026 lists substantial remaining work. Climbing access not verified. Check NPS alerts and restoration restrictions. Grounds access does not imply the tower is open for climbing. Current access is unconfirmed.