Family-oriented beach town with 10 miles of shoreline and over 60 public beach access points. Features two fishing piers, Oak Island Lighthouse, and a relaxed atmosphere with small-town charm.
Located on Hatteras Island, Avon offers wide beaches with good fishing conditions and water sports. Features Avon Pier, rental homes, and proximity to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Known for windsurfing and kiteboarding.
Named one of America’s best beaches, Ocracoke features 16 miles of pristine shoreline with soft sand and clear water. This remote beach offers a quieter experience and is accessible only by ferry. Famous for its historic lighthouse and wild ponies.
Part of America’s first national seashore, Cape Hatteras features magnificent beaches, cultural resources, and the tallest brick lighthouse in North America. Known for its excellent surfing conditions and some of the best sportfishing on the East Coast.
One of the Outer Banks’ most popular destinations, featuring 11 miles of shoreline, the famous Jennette’s Pier, and nearby Jockey’s Ridge State Park with the East Coast’s largest sand dune. Dotted with beach cottages and family-friendly attractions.
A classic beach town with a vintage boardwalk featuring rides, games, and food. Known for its casual atmosphere, fishing opportunities at Carolina Beach State Park, and the nearby Freeman Park for 4×4 beach driving.
A family-oriented beach town on the Crystal Coast with 12 miles of pristine shoreline. Known for its emerald-colored waters, uncrowded beaches, and vacation rentals. Features bike paths, golf courses, and water activities.
Famous for its wild Spanish mustang horses that roam freely along the shoreline. Features wide, uncrowded beaches, the historic Currituck Beach Lighthouse, and upscale vacation rentals. Many areas require 4×4 vehicles for access.
A quiet, family-friendly beach on Topsail Island, known for excellent shell collecting and sea turtle nesting. Features the historic Missiles and More Museum, the Jolly Roger Pier, and uncrowded beaches with vacation rentals.
A family-oriented beach with a small-town feel, known for being one of North Carolina’s least-developed barrier islands. Features 8 miles of south-facing beaches, fishing pier, boat ramp access, and turtle watching.