Alex’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A quick drive south to Jockey's Ridge Park is well worth the visit. These large dunes are some of the biggest east of the Mississippi and are actively moving. You will discover another world upon arriving! There are two ways to enter the park. The first is by parking across the street at Kitty Hawk Kites and making a direct approach to the sand dunes. The other is to drive to the park and take a hike to the dunes. Please note that the views are incredible but there is quite a bit of walking on loose sand and uneven ground. If you are able, its worth the visit and don't forget your camera.
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Jockeys Ridge
A quick drive south to Jockey's Ridge Park is well worth the visit. These large dunes are some of the biggest east of the Mississippi and are actively moving. You will discover another world upon arriving! There are two ways to enter the park. The first is by parking across the street at Kitty Hawk Kites and making a direct approach to the sand dunes. The other is to drive to the park and take a hike to the dunes. Please note that the views are incredible but there is quite a bit of walking on loose sand and uneven ground. If you are able, its worth the visit and don't forget your camera.
Historical
Come and visit the site of Orville and Wilbur Wrights first successful powered flight! There is an interactive museum, life size and accurate model of their airplane, a hike to the top of the dune with the monument and more. There are guided tours in the summer months. There is a cost associated with the National Park so please take a debit or credit card. They offer family, senior, and group discounts so please don't hesitate to ask the park ranger when you check in.
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Wright Memorial
Wright MemorialCome and visit the site of Orville and Wilbur Wrights first successful powered flight! There is an interactive museum, life size and accurate model of their airplane, a hike to the top of the dune with the monument and more. There are guided tours in the summer months. There is a cost associated with the National Park so please take a debit or credit card. They offer family, senior, and group discounts so please don't hesitate to ask the park ranger when you check in.
Bodie Island Visitor Center
8180 Bodie Island Lighthouse RdFishing
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is great way to see the daily catch of fish from one of the sport fishing fleets. The captains go out daily to catch tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, king mackerel, and more! You can book a charter there or just head down around 3PM to see the boats come in with their catch. There are restrooms, tackle shop, gift shop, and a convenience store on site. There is also a public boat ramp and Coast Guard station on site.
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I-Center ye-Fishing ye-Oregon Inlet
8770 Oregon Inlet RdOregon Inlet Fishing Center is great way to see the daily catch of fish from one of the sport fishing fleets. The captains go out daily to catch tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, king mackerel, and more! You can book a charter there or just head down around 3PM to see the boats come in with their catch. There are restrooms, tackle shop, gift shop, and a convenience store on site. There is also a public boat ramp and Coast Guard station on site.
Pirate's Cove Marina
2000 Sailfish DrOuter Banks Fishing Pier
8901 S Old Oregon Inlet RdPark
The Alligator River Wildlife Refuge is a great way to spend and afternoon or morning. There are multiple spots to launch a small boat, go on a bear spotting tour, or enjoy the vast variety of birds that call eastern NC home.
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Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Milltail RdThe Alligator River Wildlife Refuge is a great way to spend and afternoon or morning. There are multiple spots to launch a small boat, go on a bear spotting tour, or enjoy the vast variety of birds that call eastern NC home.
Food scene
Great fresh never frozen seafood with waterfront dining on the sound. Owned by locals who genuinely care about your experience on the OBX. We like it so much we had wedding reception here!
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Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
7623 S Virginia Dare TrailGreat fresh never frozen seafood with waterfront dining on the sound. Owned by locals who genuinely care about your experience on the OBX. We like it so much we had wedding reception here!
Colington Pizza
100 Colingwood LnBarefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar
3730 N Croatan HwyCountry Deli
1900 S Croatan HwySeafood Market
If you are adventurous and would like to cook your own meals but don't want the hassle of going fishing, Billy's has a great variety of fresh local caught seafood on hand. The selection varies daily as the boats come in. We advise to go early in the morning as they often sell out during the peak season. This is truly a seafood market, fresh fish, shrimp, and oysters are all on ice and displayed for purchase. The prices are comparable and often less than the chain grocery stores, plus its a local catch and you will be supporting a local fishing family with your patronage.
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Billy's Seafood
1341 Colington RdIf you are adventurous and would like to cook your own meals but don't want the hassle of going fishing, Billy's has a great variety of fresh local caught seafood on hand. The selection varies daily as the boats come in. We advise to go early in the morning as they often sell out during the peak season. This is truly a seafood market, fresh fish, shrimp, and oysters are all on ice and displayed for purchase. The prices are comparable and often less than the chain grocery stores, plus its a local catch and you will be supporting a local fishing family with your patronage.
Aquarium
I-Aquarium yaseNorth Carolina kwi-Roanoke Island
374 Airport Rd