The Outer Banks are barrier islands off the coast of the
U.S. state of North Carolina. Nags Head is one of the most popular place for
tourist. I was surprised to find so many fun things to do in such a small area. Some of the small business were closed for the season, but the trade off was that it was not crowded.It is also very windy and cool this time of year. I am planing a trip back in the summer months to enjoy everything.
Here are six great place to visit on your trip to the Outer Banks:
1. The Beaches
With more than eleven miles of beautiful sandy shorelines, the
beaches are everyone's favorite place to be in Nags Head.
Public Beach Location access:
E Hargrove St
Nags Head, NC 27959
2. Jennette's Pier
Built in 1939, Jennette's Pier is one of the oldest structures
left on the Outer Banks. It has encountered a lot of damage from nature over
the years, but is newly remodeled and a very popular spot. Fishing is great from
the concrete pier that extends 1000 feet out into the ocean.
Hours are:
The hours change based on season. Check here.
Fees:
Daily Fishing: Adult
$12 Child $6
Walk-on: Adults $2 Child
$1
Location:
7223 S Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959
3. Bodie Island Lighthouse
Bodie Island Lighthouse stands 125 foot tall and is located
at the northern end of Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Address:
8210 Bodie Island Lighthouse Road
Nags Head, North Carolina 27959
4. Duck Boardwalk & Park
The Duck Boardwalk runs for about a mile along the Currituck
Sound. Along the boardwalk are quaint boutiques, a candy store, bakery, and a
park area. Duck is located about 15 miles north of Nags Head.
The Duck Town Park is a beautiful landscaped park that
includes a walking trail, picnic area, playground, water fountain, kayak
launch, and an amphitheater.
5. Dirty Dick's Crab House
Dirty Dicks is a “must eat at” place in Nags Head. Their food is amazing! I normally don’t care for
seafood, but I thought the snow crab was delicious! It is definitely a fun place
to eat!
Location:
2407 S. Croatan Hwy
Nags Head, NC 27959
6. Jockey's Ridge State Park
Jockey's Ridge is a unique park containing the tallest
active sand dune system in the eastern United States. It’s a popular place for
flying kites, hang gliding, or just climbing atop a dune for a spectacular view of
the ocean and bay.
We loved Nags Head and I know you will too!
Happy Travels!