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What to do in Outer Banks
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Jennette's Pier
Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.
Corolla Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corolla Beach during your trip to Whalehead Beach?
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
This soaring brick lighthouse is among the very tallest in North America. It’s a great place to learn about American maritime history.
Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
A true testament to the origins of aviation history, this monument is also a visually impressive and inspiring feature of the North Carolina landscape.
Duck Boardwalk
After visiting Duck Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Duck. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.
Pirate's Cove Marina
Explore the waterfront in Manteo with a trip to Pirate's Cove Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.
Areas of Outer Banks
South Nags Head
While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.
Whalehead Beach
While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Beach.
Ocean Sands
While visiting Ocean Sands, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach.
Corolla Light
If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Outer Banks Beaches and Whalehead are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Side Court
If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
Avalon Beach
While visiting Avalon Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Glazin' Go-Nuts.
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