2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

Happy Ours

SOUNDFRONT Avon - Albacore Lane - Savor plenty of HAPPY OURS at this pretty soundfront home in the heart of Avon, with the wide-open beaches only a short walk away! Expansive water vistas can be appreciated from every level of the home perched on...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

The Best Buoy

Built in 1939, and fully renovated into a quintessential modern coastal cottage, “The Best Buoy” is the perfect place for a family vacation. With the feel of a classic Outer Banks bungalow and updated finishes throughout including quartz...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

SUMMERHAVEN

Relax in this gorgeous, rental home with spacious living areas and panoramic ocean views. Enjoy the ocean breeze on the large decks or under the covered gazebo overlooking the pool. This lovely home has hardwood flooring throughout, a stunning...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Back Beach Wild Horse Tours

Welcome to Back Beach Wild Horse Tours in Corolla NC. Our tours embark from Corolla NC, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach. We provide safe family fun to see the Corolla Wild Horses...

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

Overview Situated in a gated ocean-to-sound community, elevate your Outer Banks vacation to the next level by reserving Great Expectations. This sensational oceanfront estate features iconic ocean views, eight beautifully appointed...

  • Duck
  • 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...

Miller

Where Sea Whispers Meet Cozy Comfort, Your Dream Vacation Home Awaits! Discover a sunlit haven where comfort meets breathtaking views in this 3-level vacation home. Bask in the serene embrace of "Miller," a coastal haven where sandy shores beckon...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Sanderling Sea Glass

Sanderling Sea Glass is a lovely cottage by the sea, offering custom style finishes in this timeless beach property. Amazing ocean views await you in this charming destination, just perfect for a smaller family or couples. The kitchen offers...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Hatteras Blast

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - W. Dory Rd. - HATTERAS BLAST is appropriately named. You'll have a blast kite boarding, windsurfing, kayaking, bird watching, or just taking in the fantastic unobstructed sound vistas from this impressive home located just 1...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

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...