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.
North Carolina Beaches
Currituck Beach
Home to the historic red-brick Currituck Beach Lighthouse and the Whalehead Club. Features a mix of developed beaches with amenities and remote 4×4-accessible areas. Known for its natural beauty and wild horses.
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Untouched barrier islands accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. Features the iconic diamond-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse, historic Portsmouth Village, primitive camping, and the best shelling in North Carolina.
Corolla Beach
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.