2025 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Surf Shack

OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Vista Drive This oceanfront getaway, located in the premier St. Waves Community, is the ultimate home for families with 4 master suites and two dormitory style rooms, each with a double and two twin beds, for kids or teens...

  • Waves
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education

Corolla, North Carolina is a must see nautical village scented with the spray of the salty sea. It's located on NC Highway 12 along a thin strip of land bordered on the east by the tempestuous Atlantic Ocean, and on the west by the inland waterway...

364 | Slow Mocean

Treat your family to a classic Outer Banks vacation in this lovely South Nags Head vacation home located in popular South Creek Acres. You'll enjoy plenty of privacy in this thoughtfully designed multi-level home that offers Private Swimming Pool...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
A Moveable Feast

Create Your Dream Outer Banks Wedding! A Moveable Feast will help turn your special day into an unforgettable celebration with all the charm of the Outer Banks, customized menus and personalized service to perfect the magic of your wedding. We pride...

DREAM ON THE BEACH

Overview Situated perfectly in South Nags Head at Milepost 17, you are within walking distance to Jennette's Pier, and centrally located to great local restaurants, Tanger Outlet Mall, jet ski rentals, putt-putt, and many other OBX...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, located in the heart of Corolla, borders the historic Whalehead in Historic Corolla and still functions as a guide for passing mariners. At 162' feet tall, the lighthouse's First Order Fresnel light, (the largest size...

FOHW121 Osprey Landing  #1-F

A wooden bridge accesses a premiere, private waterfront estate perfect for quiet vacations, all types of water sports, and more! The home's private location has direct walkway access through water oaks and salt marsh wetlands to the white beach...

  • Frisco
  • 3 Bedrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

The Carriage House I (Upper)

Location, location, location! The Carriage House I (Upper) is located right between Jockey’s Ridge State Park and the Atlantic Ocean. Semi-oceanfront top-level of a duplex, there is no street to cross for the shared beach access and it has a...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

AVKS75 Lori's Lair  #5-7

COMING SOON IN 2025:- New Hot Tub which is located on the deck- Newly Constructed Covered Tiki Bar- Newly installed fortified roof, freshly painted exterior, and new sidingUpdated photos will be available soon.Hideaway at Lori's Lair for your next...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and...

Morning Star

Located in Corolla/ 6 Bedrooms/ 6 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomA beautiful combination of New Mexico desert meets North Carolina coast! Morning Star is dressed in the warm earth tones of the desert southwest and adorned with splendid works of art...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...