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Cape Cod National
Seashore(1961) - Massachusetts
The Cape Cod National Seashore(CCNS) was created
on August 7, 1961 by President John F. Kennedy.
It encompasses 43,500 acres of ponds, woods and
beachfront on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The CCNS
includes nearly 40 miles of seashore along the
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Gulf Islands National
Seashore - FL, Alabama, Mississippi
Gulf Islands National Seashore offers recreation
opportunities and preserves natural and historic
resources along the Gulf of Mexico barrier
islands of Florida and Mississippi. The
protected regions include mainland areas and
parts of 7 islands. |
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Cape Hatteras National
Seashore - North Carolina
Cape Hatteras National Seashore preserves the
portion of the Outer Banks of North Carolina from
Bodie Island to Ocracoke Island, stretching over 70
miles. Once dubbed the "Graveyard of the Atlantic"
for its treacherous currents, shoals, and storms.
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Point Reyes National Seashore
- California
Point Reyes National Seashore is a 70,000-acre park
preserve located on the Point Reyes Peninsula in
Marin County, California. The peninsula includes
wild coastal beaches and headlands, estuaries, and
uplands. The Point Reyes Lighthouse attracts
whale-watchers looking for the Gray Whale migrating
south in mid-January and north in mid-March. |
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Assateague Island National
Seashore - Maryland and VA
Assateague Island National Seashore occupies much of
Assateague Island along the Atlantic coast of
Maryland and Virginia. It is a barrier island shaped
by stormy seas and gentle winds. It lies adjacent to
Assateague State Park and Chincoteague National
Wildlife Refuge.Bands of feral horses.
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Canaveral National Seashore -
Florida
Situated on a barrier island along Florida's east
coast, inviting park highlights include pristine,
undeveloped beach, dunes and lagoon offering
sanctuary to an abundant blend of plants and
animals. Year-round recreation includes fishing,
boating, canoeing, surfing, swimming, hiking, and
camping. |
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Padre Island National Seashore
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Texas
Padre Island National
Seashore is located on Padre Island off the coast of
South Texas. In contrast to South Padre Island (well
known for its beaches and vacationing college
students), PINS is located on North Padre Island and
consists of a long beach where nature is preserved.
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Cape Lookout National Seashore
- North Carolina
Cape Lookout National Seashore preserves a 56 mile
long section of the Southern Outer Banks, or Crystal
Coast, of North Carolina, USA, running from Ocracoke
Inlet on the northeast to Beaufort Inlet on the
southeast. Three undeveloped barrier islands make up
the seashore - North Core Banks, South Core Banks
and Shackleford Banks.
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Fire Island National Seashore
- New York
Fire Island National Seashore is located near
Patchogue, New York and protects a 26 mile section
of Fire Island, an approximately 30 mile long
barrier island separated from Lon by the Great South
Bay. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime
forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of
wildlife. |
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Cumberland Island National Seashore - Georgia
Cumberland Island is Georgia's
largest and southernmost barrier island. Pristine
maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide
marshes whisper the stories of both man and nature.
Come walk in the footsteps of early natives,
explorers, and wealthy industrialists.
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