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May 21, 2022
Buxton, NC

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We are so excited to share with you all of the beauty the Outer Banks and Hatteras Island has to offer! Whether you are first time visitors or regulars, here are some of our favorite places to check out while in town!
Hatteras Island Beaches

Hatteras Island Beaches

Hatteras, NC 27943

Looking to hit the beach? Check out all of the locations to access the public beaches on Hatteras Island and the surrounding area.

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park

300 West Carolista Drive, Nags Head, NC 27959
, (252) 441-7132

The tallest living sand dune on the Atlantic coast is a premier location for kites, sightseeing and sunsets, with a view arcing from the ocean to Roanoke Sound.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

46379 Lighthouse Road, Buxton, NC 27920

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse protects one of the most hazardous sections of the Atlantic Coast. Offshore of Cape Hatteras, the Gulf Stream collides with the Virginia Drift, a branch of the Labrador Current from Canada. This current forces southbound ships into a dangerous twelve-mile long sandbar called Diamond Shoals. Hundreds and possibly thousands of shipwrecks in this area have given it the reputation as the Graveyard of the Atlantic. If you get a chance to venture out to the Cape, the Hatteras Lighthouse is worth the making the visit!

Jennette's Pier

Jennette's Pier

7223 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959
, (252) 255-1501

Fishing on the banks was forever changed when the first fishing pier – Jennette’s Pier – was opened in Nags Head back in 1939. In September 2003, Hurricane Isabel swept the North Carolina coast, knocking down about 540 feet of Jennette’s Pier and practically shutting down an Outer Banks institution. It then became time to rethink the fishing pier concept, with the Aquariums taking the lead to rebuild Jennette’s as an all-concrete, 1,000-foot-long, educational ocean pier. Whether fishing or just visiting, go check out this piece of OBX history if you can.

Hatteras Landing Marina

Hatteras Landing Marina

58848 Marina Way, Hatteras, NC 27943
, (252) 986-2077

FISHING: If you are looking to book a fishing charter - this site will help you research the many options available on Hatteras Island.

Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe

Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe

47206 North Carolina 12, Buxton, NC 27920
, (252) 995-4109

BREAKFAST: The Orange Blossom Bakery & Café is truly an institution on Hatteras Island. Stop by for breakfast or some sweets and be sure to try their famous Apple Uglies!

Fattys Treats & Tours

Fattys Treats & Tours

46618 North Carolina 12, Buxton, NC 27920
, (252) 995-3288

BREAKFAST & LUNCH: Fatty’s Eatery is open for breakfast and lunch every day. Their menu is described as “crazy on purpose" as it satisfies the most adventurous eaters all the way down to our plain Janes.

Cafe Pamlico

Cafe Pamlico

49684 North Carolina 12, Buxton, NC 27920
, (252) 995-4500

BREAKFAST & DINNER: Cafe Pamlico at the Inn on Pamlico Sound is Hatteras Island’s premier casual fine dining restaurant.

Scotch Bonnet Fudge & Gifts

Scotch Bonnet Fudge & Gifts

51684 North Carolina 12, Frisco, NC 27936
, (252) 995-4242

Oh fffuuuuddddggggge....! The Scotch Bonnet bakery has some of BEST fudge on the island! Be sure to stop in to feed your sweet tooth and check out the OBX gifts and collectables!

Seaworthy Gallery

Seaworthy Gallery

58401 North Carolina 12, Hatteras, NC 27943
, (252) 986-6510

The SeaWorthy Gallery stands out as the premier showplace of collectible art on Hatteras Island. In a relaxed and tranquil setting, one finds an elegant presentation of eclectic art forms from paintings, photography, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and home decor.

Blue Pelican Gallery Gifts & Yarn

Blue Pelican Gallery Gifts & Yarn

57762 North Carolina 12, Hatteras, NC 27943
, (252) 986-2244
Kayak and Paddle Board Rentals

Kayak and Paddle Board Rentals

Avon, NC

There are several great places in the Hatteras area to rent kayaks or paddle boards. Kayaking on the sound side is so relaxing! Some places to rent from: oceanatlanticrentals.com https://www.hiboardsports.com/kayak-rentals http://www.ridehatteras.com/

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

8770 Oregon Inlet Road, Nags Head, NC 27959
, (252) 441-6301

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman. Give us a call at (252)441-6301! Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Full Service Marina is located 8 miles south of Whalebone Junction on NC 12 at the north end of the Basnight Bridge in the beautiful Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

374 Airport Road, Manteo, NC 27954
, (252) 475-2300

Due to COVID: You may need to purchase tickets online in advance. The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island has become a beloved attraction for Outer Banks vacationers and an annual outing for seasoned visitors who are young and young at heart. The 68,000-square-foot complex covers all aspects of Outer Banks aquatic life, from endangered sea turtles to common horseshoe crabs and stingrays, and everyone is invited to pop in and enjoy the fun. An educational attraction that certainly doesn't feel like a full day of learning, the Aquarium is a must stop for vacationers who want to learn about what lies just under the surface of the ocean and sound waters bordering the Outer Banks. Be sure and bring the kids along for this family-friendly excursion, and plan on dedicating a full morning or afternoon exploring the grounds.

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