Location: Nags Head
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With eleven miles of sand, it's no surprise the beach is everyone's favorite attraction in Nags Head. This Outer Banks town just south of Kitty Hawk offers ocean fans every sort of shoreline sport, from sailing and kayaking to snorkeling past shipwrecks or hang-gliding over the sand dunes of Jockey's Ridge State Park. Step into the past with a walk through the historic district and enjoy the area’s distinct architecture.
Restaurants in Nags Head
1. Kitty Hawk Water Sports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 240 reviews
Located on the Roanoke Sound in Nags Head, we provide tourists of the Outer Banks a means to get on the water and have fun. We are a full-service watersports location with rentals, lessons, tours, sales, and activities. Stop by and see what makes us so special.
2. Outer Banks Surf School
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
If you are on the Outer Banks and want to surf, do it with us. We are the longest running and best surf school on the Outer Banks.
3. Farmdog Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 107 reviews
Farmdog Surf School is a family owned and run surf school on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. With friendly, knowledgeable instructors and equipment hand selected for each individual, students are sure to have a great experience out on the water. Learn to Surf, Stand-up Paddle, and Stretch in style (now offering yoga classes!) Beach rentals and an Espresso & Smoothie Bar are also features of this memorable vacation destination.
4. Outer Banks Adventures
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5.0 based on 459 reviews
*TOUR INFO* Explore the hidden Outer Banks & take a ride on the wild side with Outer Banks Adventures unique Eco-tours on NC's only Airboat or take a spin on a Guided SUP Tour. Air Boat tours start at 1hr at $60pp, $85 for 1.5hr or $100pp for 2hr, Tours cover between 18-27 miles & make several stops along the way including sand bars & private islands depending on which you choose, 1/2 day & Full day charters are available upon request where multiple areas & activities can be seen & done. Spend the day exploring the OBX that few get to see. Our Guided 2hr SUP tours $65pp for 2hrs & 3hrs are $90pp & include lessons. All TOURS are booked by appointment to ensure a personal & unique experience. We run from the Nagshead/Manteo at the Washington Baum Boat landing. Airboat tours have a 4 person minimum & a max of 10 per tour, LESS than 4 we can pair you up with another group or you are welcome to pay the difference for a private experience over 10 add a 2nd boat. *all prices listed are cash*
5. Outer Banks Horseback
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 240 reviews
Aventure to the Outer Banks and ride on horseback. You can enjoy a beautiful casual ride on the beach with your friends and loved ones experiencing the beauty of nature at its finest, or thrill yourself with an unforgettable canter down the beach alongside your guides with breath taking views you can't even imagine. No experience required.
Reviewed By andreaY8926TH - Boston, United States
Stunning sunset ride along the beach with skilled guides and fabulous horses. Oftentimes trail horses plod along unhappily but these horses had personality and were well treated, known, and respected. Riders were treated differently based on prior riding experience which made for a safe and enjoyable time for all. I have always wanted to ride along a beach and it was a good as imagined!
6. Jockey's Ridge State Park
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4.5 based on 2,240 reviews
Two of the highest sand dunes on the East Coast are located here, providing excellent take-off points for hang gliders.
Reviewed By donnajsatterlee - Princess Anne, United States
An absolutely magical place where there are really tall sand dunes There are trail markings for an easy round trip of 1 1/2 miles to the Roanoke Sound so that it is easy to find the route with shifting sands. The windswept sands make amazing patterns. There is a place that is wheelchair compatible, but only as far as a vista. The rest would be hard to negotiate without wide, sand friendly wheels. There are also some asphalt trails through some native to the area live oaks.
7. Tracks in the Sand
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
A self-guided 1.5-mile trail along the dunes.
Reviewed By KatPham - Lorton, United States
A must do when in Nags Head. A great stop. There’s no entrance fees. Go either early in the morning or early evening- right before the sunset.
8. Bodie Island Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 2,067 reviews
An interesting and still important lighthouse that can be visited but not climbed. (NOTE: The lighthouse is currently under construction, and is expected to re-open in summer 2013, with the ability to be climbed for the first time)
Reviewed By Jake6279
We had an amazing time and it was a great tour of the light house, we had wait for our climb so we walked out on their boardwalk and outlook. I would do it again!
9. Jennette's Pier
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4.5 based on 1,475 reviews
Owned and operated by the North Carolina Aquariums, Jennette's Pier offers ocean fishing, educational programs with camps and fabulous facility rentals in Oceanview Hall. The 1,000-foot long pier is open year-round but hours vary with the seasons. All fishing customers are covered by a blanket fishing license while on the pier. Pick up ice, bait, tackle, drinks, T-shirts, hats, toys and more at the Pier Shop. Large public beach access complete with free parking, bath house and outdoor showers. Help us keep it "clean and green."
Reviewed By WeSawIt2013 - Charlotte, United States
Beautiful concrete pier part of the NC Aquarium System, feels so sturdy and stable. For free, walk in and see the huge aquariums with fish identification and browse the gift shop for a souvenir. Walk out onto the pier for a small fee and do some fishing, see and read the exhibits providing information about the ocean and marine life, birds, renewable energy or people watch. Great views of the sea and beach. Parking is free but can limited at busy times.
10. Kitty Hawk Kites Hang Gliding School
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
The largest hang gliding school in the world! Located at Jockey's Ridge State Park, Kitty Hawk Kites has taught well over 300,000 people how to hang glide since the school was founded in 1974 by pioneer hang glider John Harris.
Reviewed By Sirius57 - New York City, United States
Highly recommended - our family had a wonderful time. Beautiful park and sand dunes, fantastic staff and so much fun for kids and adults! We did a beginner lesson with kids - Bobby was wonderful and funny teaching ground school; Wolf and Megan were patient and really fun instructors. We will be back :)
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