ABC Liquors

While beer and wine are found in many stores across the Outer Banks, you will need to visit a state-regulated ABC Store (Alcoholic Beverage Control) to purchase liquors. ABC stores are the only stores in North Carolina...

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Ace Hardware

You’re likely familiar with this popular hardware store chain, which has 4,400 stores across the U.S. The Kitty Hawk location offers friendly service and expert advice with a modest size. You’ll find good...

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Animal Hospital of Nags Head

Built in 1988 by Dr. Barrett Welch, the Animal Hospital of Nags Head is a fully-equipped facility that offers a range of services for dog and cats. Wellness care, vaccinations and dental care are provided in a clean...

Askins Creek Store

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

Atlantic Coast Cafe

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

Austin's South Island Seafood & Produce

Seafood Steamer pots to go, plus plenty of fish and produce choices. 

Beach Pharmacy of Hatteras

Regardless of whether a visitor need a prescription refill in a pinch, or just a few over the counter medications to have on hand, Beach Pharmacy of Hatteras can assist with just about every medical need in the southern...

Beads & Beans OBX

Enjoy a sumptuous morning or afternoon of fresh goodies, beautiful jewelry, and plenty of happy crafting at this enticing shop that offers an array of ways to have fun. Beads & Beans OBX is the ultimate destination...

Blue Pelican Gallery

An eclectic art gallery and gift shop in an old Hatteras-style home. 

Browning Studios

A watercolor and art studio featuring the work of Linda and Dixie Browning. 

Buxton Village Books

A full service book shop that's cozy and filled with good reads. 

Cape Hatteras Carpet

Southern Outer Banks homeowners and residents alike will find a wide array of options when it comes to flooring, without ever venturing off of Hatteras Island, thanks to Cape Hatteras Carpet. Established for years and...

Conner's Supermarket

A great stop for a wide variety of foods including some health food - rare on Hatteras Island.

Diamond Shoals Farm Market

Stationed on the edge of NC Highway 12, the new-in-2017 Diamond Shoals Farm Market is quickly becoming a favorite destination for locals and visitors on the hunt for fresh produce and goodies that originated from the...

Dollar Tree

Forget to pack something, or run out of time? Stock up on all the odds and ends you will need during your vacation at The Dollar Tree in Kill Devil Hills. With all items priced at $1.00, you’re sure to find a...

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Duck Village Outfitters

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks...

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Empty Nest Studio and Gallery

The gallery and studio of a local jewelry designer. 

Family Jewels

A creative stop with handcrafted jewelry the focus. 

Forbes Candies and Gifts

When you go to the beach, you have to have saltwater taffy. That’s where Forbes Candies comes in. With roots in Virginia Beach going back to 1930, this family-owned business expanded to the Outer Banks in the...

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Frisco Mini Golf & Go Karts

If you are looking for some great family fun while taking a break from the beach, don’t miss a visit to Frisco Mini Golf and Go-Karts. Here visitors can choose between two go-kart tracks – one slick track...

Frisco Native American Museum and Natural History Center

A Native American Museum featuring artifacts from local indigenous people.

Frisco Rod & Gun

A full-service hunting and fishing shop.

Frisco Tackle

Frisco Tackle is your one-stop shop on Hatteras Island for all your fishing and beach needs. From sunscreen to rod and reel rentals, you can be sure to find what you are looking for at one of the island’s favorite...

Frisco Woods Camp Store

Campground stores don’t get much better than the one at the Frisco Woods Campground. At the Frisco Woods Camp Store, you can find everything you need for the perfect Outer Banks camping trip and you will without a...

Frisco Woods Campground

A campground, convenince store and watersport site rolled into one. 

Froggy Dog Restaurant & Bar

A year-round restaurant, bar and gift shop.

Gaskins Gallery

A family-run business with generations of artists showing with other locals. 

Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve...

Harbor House Seafood Market

The seafood at Harbor House is the real deal. The owners catch fish offshore and inshore on family boat, Prowler. These folks can even tell you exactly where the fish was caught! They offer a variety of seafood...

Hatteras Harbor Marina

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

Hatteras Island Boardsports

Hatteras Island's #1 shop for men's, women's, & kid's, beach lifestyle apparel, swimwear, equipment sales/rentals, surf lessons, & so much more!

Hatteras Island Toy Store

A store dedicated to quality toys for children of all ages.

Hatteras Watersports

A beautiful and recreational stop for watersport fun. 

In The Eye Surfboards

In The Eye Surfboards is located along with the Natural Art Surf Shop about a mile from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton. Founded in 1977, it is one of the area’s original surf shops and one of the few...

In Touch Massage & Wellness Center

Pamper yourself at In Touch Massage & Wellness Center and allow yourself to be treated to natural health and relaxation. The center’s professionals are committed to enhancing your well being by providing...

Island Cycles & Sports

For more than 20 years, Island Cycles provides the area's only professional mechanics, full service bicycle shop, all kinds of bicycle rentals and sales, kayak, surf and stand up paddle board rentals Etc.

Jewels by the Sea

 Exquisite, quality sea-inspired jewelry presented in a friendly and beautiful atmosphere. 

Kinnakeet Clay Studio and Showroom

A clay studio and art gallery with plenty of gift choices. 

Lee Robinson's General Store

An old fashion general store not to miss! 

Life Is Good

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Here’s a place you can’t help feeling happy visiting. Founded in 1994 by brothers Bert and John Jacobs, Life is Good is centered around products featuring a simple drawing of a character, Jake, and his...

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Michael Halminski Photo Gallery

A superb photography gallery run by Michael Halminski who who knows the area and expresses it poetically. 

Moneysworth Rentals

For more than 30 years, Moneysworth Beach Equipment & Linen Rentals has been making your beach vacation packing list shorter and your stay in the Outer Banks more relaxing. With FREE DELIVERY AND PICK-UP to all...

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Natural Art Surf Shop

A full-service surf shop.

OBXorganiX

Visitors to the Outer Banks who embrace a healthier lifestyle will feel right at home at OBXorganiX, a local shop in central Avon that features a wealth of organic and non-GMO products to support a whole-foods and...

Ocean Air Sports

Discover the answers to your wind and water sports dreams at Ocean Air Sports. 

Ocean Atlantic Rentals

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Keep your vacation stress free!  Pack your casual beach clothes & essentials, and let Ocean Atlantic Rentals deliver the rest! CURBSIDE PICKUP/CONTACTLESS DELIVERY: 1-800-635-9559 JUST RENT IT! Since...

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Ocean Threads

At Ocean Threads, you can find the latest fashions and the hippest styles in casual beachwear and surf and skate apparel. This trendy and hip store is stocked with popular brands both locals and visitors have grown to...

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Oden's Dock

From fishing charters to marine supplies, Oden’s Dock in Hatteras village has something for every Hatteras Island visitor who loves the open waters. Situated on the edge of the Pamlico Sound and an easy cruise...

Old Gray House Gifts

Tucked away down Light Plant Road in Buxton, Old Gray House Gifts is a century-old island home turned coastal gift shop. Offering shells, handmade crafts, plants, yard art, driftwood, canned goods, coffee, home...

Pea Island Art Gallery

Pea Island is an eclectic art gallery overflowing with creativity. 

Pirates Beachwear

Situated in the center of Avon, Pirates Beachwear is a colorful destination that’s packed with all the gear that visitors need to enjoy long and happy days on the Hatteras Island beaches. This colorful souvenir...

Real Watersports, Inc

From kiteboarding rentals and equipment, to unique summer camps and some of the biggest events on Hatteras Island, there’s certainly a lot for water lovers to discover at Real Watersports. This tri-villages...

Rodanthe Watersports and Campground

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground is a hub for outdoor activities. The whole family will enjoy taking advantage of a host of lessons and rentals including jet skis, wave runners, sailboats, kayaks, body boards...

Salty Sandollar Boutique

Situated in one of Avon’s classic and charming shopping plazas, the Salty Sandollar Boutique is a fun shopping destination for anyone who wants to add a dose of island style to their vacation. Featuring a wide...

Sandcastles

A spacious shop filled with art and gifts. 

Scotch Bonnet Candies

A must-do stop to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Scott Geib Photography

A photographer who creates beautiful photographs of Outer Bans landscapes, seascapes and flora and fauna. 

Spa Koru

Koru Village is a four-acre campus with health for mind, body and spirit in mind. 

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Stephanie Kiker Designs

A talented and resouceful artist whose work is available through local festivals, galleries and online. 

Studio 12

A fun, creative stop for family and folks of all ages.

Sundara Eclectics

Embrace your breezy Outer Banks style with a visit to this Hatteras Island boutique which celebrates women designers and local artists, while offering a collection of goodies that are beautifully suited to beach lovers...

Sunrise Seafood Market

Located in the heart of Avon and easy to recognize for its sunny yellow exterior, Sunrise Seafood Market is a favorite go-to for locals and visitors alike who are on the hunt for sumptuous fresh seafood selections. With...

Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens...

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Surf's Up Seafood Market

Skip the pizza or the sandwiches and dive into a meal that’s filled with local flavor by paying a visit to Avon’s own Surf's Up Seafood Market. Close to the Hatteras Island Shopping Plaza and the Food Lion...

Surfside Casuals

Since 1975, Surfside Casuals has been selling a vast selection of bathing suits and beach accessories for men, women, girls and boys. And if there’s one truism about the Outer Banks, it’s that no one stays...

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Swell Art Gallery

Indian Town Gallery is a Mecca for art, gifts, crafts and creativity! 

Teach's Lair Ship's Store and The Roost Bait and Tackle

Located in south Hatteras, Teach's Lair is a full service marina which includes a large Ship’s Store and The Roost Bait and Tackle Shop.The store is stocked full with just about anything you’ll need during...

The Blue Lagoon

From delicious chocolates to inspired gifts and artworks, The Blue Lagoon has a little something for everyone. Representing the best of the Outer Banks, this vibrant gallery and gift shop has a world of coastal appeal...

The Blue Whale

A convenient stop for groceries and beach supplies.

The Cosmic Octopus

Located in the heart of Hatteras Island in Avon Village, and featuring a colorful array of goodies that will appeal to shoppers of all varieties, The Cosmic Octopus is a unique shop that offers an alternative selection...

The Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop

Fragrant and delicious coffee  and goodies are found here!

The Fishin' Hole

A coastal shop filled with fishing and beach needs. 

The Glass Bead & Java Junction

Coffee and creativity in one venue!

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Uglie Mugs Coffeehouse & Bead Shop

Food, creativity and coffee at this delicious stop.

Vape Hatteras

Located in the central town of Avon in the southern Outer Banks, Vape Hatteras is the only source of e-Cigarettes, eJuices, and other cigarette alternatives on Hatteras Island. Featuring a wide range of hand-crafted...

Waves Market & Deli

Visitors staying in the tri-village communities of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo will be just a stone’s throw away from the unique groceries and great eats they need for a delicious Outer Banks vacation, thanks to...

Wings

The quintessential tourist store, Wings is stocked floor to ceiling with beach-related clothing and nearly every other possible  beach-y item imaginable. With store locations from Corolla to Hatteras Island, this...

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Windsurfing the Outer Banks

Windsurfing the Outer Banks

While several of the Outer Banks' most popular sports seemingly flew onto the scene in the past decade or two, like kiteboarding or stand up paddle boarding (SUP), windsurfing has been drawing water sports lovers to the North Carolina coast for nearly fifty years. In essence, windsurfing can pride itself as being the Outer Bank's oldest, and one of its most beloved sound-based sports, and everyone from seasoned riders to windsurfing newcomers can catch an exceptional ride.

Bonner Bridge Pier

Bonner Bridge Pier

Opened in 2021, the Bonner Pier is one of the more unique piers along the Outer Banks, as the 1,000-ft. long concrete structure was once the southern terminal of the original Bonner Bridge. Once the bridge was replaced by the new Basnight Bridge, a section of the old bridge was left intact so that angles could enjoy easy access to Oregon Inlet, and sightseers could enjoy views that extended from the Bodie Island Lighthouse to the historic Oregon Inlet Life-Saving Station.Today, the fishing pier is free and open to the public 24/7, and no fishing pass or payment is required to pop by and drop a line, (although a saltwater fishing license is required, as opposed to other Outer Banks Piers which traditionally have a banket fishing license for all visiting anglers.) Amenities at the site are limited, with trash receptacles and port-a-potties, but visitors will be rewarded with great catches on the edge of the inlet, and panoramic on-the-water views.