2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

7602 - Drydock

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! When you’re not at the beach or in the ocean, Drydock is the place to be! Located just a 1/2 block away from the...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



1427 - Infinity Shores

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Infinity Shores! Your final vacation destination! Located just 5 houses from the corner in either...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

BLUE HEAVEN RENDEZVOUS

Rack the balls on the ground level pool table, flip the topper for a ping-pong rematch, and you have just scratched the surface of Blue Heaven Rendezvous. This six bedroom oceanfront home from Carolina Designs sits in Section O of Ocean Sands...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

4251 - Top of the World

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! From the moment you see the beautifully landscaped property, you know you're in for a treat in this lovely home perched...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

VACATION OASIS

Claim one of eight bedrooms, each with its own private bath, at Vacation Oasis, a Carolina Designs oceanfront home at Milepost 16 in Nags Head where an elevator reaches all three levels. Nine full baths and two half baths mean no waiting in...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

SUNRISE

This unique home offers views up and down the coast! Very large decks for sunning and relaxing or take a soak in the large hot tub while taking in the sunset. Two living areas offer plenty of room for family togetherness. This comfortable...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

777 | Beached Whale

Comfortably furnished throughout with a well equipped kitchen, Ocean Views and a short walk to the beach make Beached Whale an excellent vacation choice. Your family is sure to enjoy the peaceful setting and quiet atmosphere of South Nags Head and...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables. 

Lighthouse Horse Rides in Buxton offers horseback riding experiences on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Rides are suitable for ages 8 and up, and Lighthouse Horse Rides works hard to accommodate family members with disabilities. Ride opportunities...

The Museum of the Sea in Buxton, North Carolina, is a delightful treasure trove for those fascinated by maritime history and culture. This charming museum offers visitors an engaging glimpse into the rich heritage of the coastal region, showcasing...