November on the Outer Banks is a magical mix of quiet beaches, fall fishing, migrating birds and the first twinkle of holiday lights. The summer crowds have drifted away, the shoreline feels roomier and the season invites you to slow down. Whether you’re honoring heroes, running a Turkey Trot…
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Updated for 2026. There’s a reason fall is the locals’ favorite time of the year. The Outer Banks has a certain magic to it, and the calendar fills up with festivals, live music, seafood celebrations, art shows, races, Halloween happenings and plenty of good excuses to get out and explore. From…
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The Outer Banks is famous for its wide-open beaches, rolling dunes and salty-air kind of adventures. But just beyond the shoreline, another side of the OBX is waiting to be explored. From the place where the Wright brothers first took flight to the mysterious story of the Lost Colony and miles of…
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September on the Outer Banks is still mostly summer, a little bit fall and a whole lot of fun. Affectionately dubbed "local’s summer" or “second summer” by those in the know, this magical month is the OBX's worst-kept secret. The ocean is still warm, the beaches are less crowded, and the calendar is…
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Learn how to build a beach fire along the shoreline of Cape Hatteras National Seashore or Nags Head beach. We’ve created a short guide to help ensure your experience is error-free and unforgettable. Let’s dig into the logistics…the when, where and how of executing the perfect Outer Banks beach fire…
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Steady breezes, open water and breathtaking views make the Outer Banks one of the best places on the East Coast to set sail. Whether you’re searching for a hands-on experience or a laid-back sunset…
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The plan is to gather 20 of your favorite kiteboarding comrades for a week-long, wind-fueled adventure in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. You envision epic downwinders, flat water, strong winds, sunset beers on a deck, and enough shared meals to feed a small army. It sounds incredible. It also…
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The legendary barrier islands are ideal for long walks on the beach. But if you search a bit further, you will find a diverse network of public paths and nature trails waiting to be explored. This essay shares some of the most accessible and rewarding hikes on Roanoke and Bodie Islands from Oregon…
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The Outer Banks’ unique geography and ecology make it a year-round destination for birds and birders –one of the tops in North American with 427 species recorded! OBX is the southern terminus for wintering birds from the Arctic. It also serves as the northern range for many birds common to the…
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Mountains or beach? That’s the age-old travel question. If push came to shove it would be close, but I’d have to give my vote to the beach. However, I like my beaches with a bit of an authentic, untamed side to them. Hold the fruity drinks with tiny umbrellas planted in the glass. So, when this…
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