The Bodie Island Light Station (pronounced “Body”) is located just south of Nags Head. In summer months visitors may climb the 214 steps to the top (tickets must be purchased online through the National Park Service).

A beloved attraction for Outer Banks vacationers and local residents alike, the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, features a complex that covers all aspects of Outer Banks aquatic life, from endangered sea turtles to sharks and stingrays.

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

Anglers of all experience levels can enjoy some of the best fishing on the East Coast from this state of the art, concrete fishing pier. Fishers can rent equipment and supplies. Includes a small aquarium.

Fanciful and elaborate gardens were designed to entertain Queen Elizabeth I during her reign. This garden was created for your enjoyment as a living memorial to the lost colonists.

A project of the Nature Conservancy in North Carolina, the preserve protects one of the largest remaining maritime forests on the East Coast. It features miles of hiking trails and diverse wildlife.

Home to incredible wildlife such as red wolves, American alligators and black bears. The refuge includes great paddling trails, a wildlife drive and two wildlife trails. Includes a Visitor Center.

Looking for a less crowded beach? Coquina Beach is located 8 miles south of Nags Head. The beach is completely free of commercial development, includes restrooms/showers, and is staffed by lifeguards.

Nestled into the natural, windswept environment of the Outer Banks and a perennial favorite of Golf Digest and Golfweek magazines, Nags Head Golf Links in Nags Head features a true Scottish links‑style championship golf course.

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, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.

Located at the north end of Hatteras Island, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge provides habitat for migratory birds as well as endangered and threatened species, such as loggerhead sea turtles.

Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 85 year-old musical under the stars. Become immersed in the story of the discovery of a new world with newly enhanced musical and theatrical direction and dynamically stunning choreography.

Farmer's markets are held at Dowdy Park in Nags Head from mid-June through early August (after school is out for the summer and before students return to school in the fall) and in November and early-to-mid December.

This summer, venture 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 get some thrills with an unforgettable canter down the beach alongside your guides.

Outer Surf is a surf company located in Nags Head and specializing in surf camps for women and girls. They also offer surf lessons for men and women of all ages! Outer Surf lessons and coaching sessions consist of instruction both on the beach and in the water with highly experienced and friendly instructors.