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Vessel grounds at Cape Hatteras National Seashore

MANTEO, N.C. (WAVY) — A 32-foot vessel became beached at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

A news release from the National Park Service said the vessel, named Pura Vida, was discovered grounded on the beach the morning of July 21. It was located about a mile south of off-road vehicle ramp 38.


The park service provided this image of the sailboat.

Photo of the Pura Vida the morning of July 21, 2025. Courtesy: NPS

The Seashore coordinated with the U.S. Coast Guard and with the vessel’s owner to have it removed from the beach.