2013 Map of Cape Lookout

About this map

Cape Lookout Lighthouse stands as the primary landmark on this southern tip of the Core Banks, where the shifting sands meet the Atlantic Ocean. The topography reveals a dynamic coastal environment characterized by the protective curve of Lookout Bight and the elongated reaching arm of Power Squadron Spit. This 2013 survey provides a detailed look at the landforms of Cape Lookout including Wreck Point and Catfish Point, which define the western edge of the bight. The landscape is dominated by tidal flats and low-elevation barrier island features, illustrating the isolation and specialized nature of this coastal point between Onslow Bay and the open ocean.