2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

Teach's Booty S-82

Teach's Booty is a true treasure with ocean and sound views, a large 14'x30' pool, a 6-person hot tub, a jacuzzi, and spacious sun decks, with LED lighting on the ocean-view balconies. This location offers just a short walk and direct access to a...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

N-2-WISH'N

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 2 Half BathsPeaceful Semi-Soundfront home located among lob lolly pines within the alluring Corolla Light Resort and all of its amenities. Stunning sunsets every nighttime. Short walk to trolley...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

Quack-N-Bush 193-A

Welcome to Quack-N-Bush, a comfortable home nestled in the oaks of the Sea Hawk community in Duck, boasting everything you need for a relaxing Outer Banks vacation!Spend your days lounging by the private pool or playing on the beach, conveniently...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Basnight

The Basnight property is a new home in a new development offering you and your family a premier vacation experience. This newly constructed oceanfront home is in Corolla's newest neighborhood, The Pine Island Limited. This home is sure to please...

  • Corolla
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • 12 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

BEACH THERAPY

Overview Looking for the perfect therapy for the doldrums of everyday life? Look no further than Beach Therapy, a charming beachfront retreat in the Ocean Sands community of Corolla. Guests who reserve this oceanfront home will enjoy...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

Serenity Cove

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Turtle Ct. - Feel tranquility from the decks of SERENITY COVE while watching the sun sink into the Pamlico Sound. The water vistas from this home are striking as the lot across the peaceful cul-de-sac is undeveloped. Savor...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

Tortuga SWB-16

Tortuga is a gorgeous, 6 bedroom oceanside home on the sandy shores of Swan Beach, a remote area of the northern Outer Banks. With so many thoughtful amenities, Tortuga is destined to be your family's new favorite vacation getaway!Enjoy long days at...

  • Carova
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
6/3 - 6/10
$4,742  $6,317
$1,575 off
6/8 - 6/15
$5,792  $6,968
$1,176 off
6/12 - 6/19
$6,492  $7,318
$826 off
6/18 - 6/25
$7,416  $8,018
$602 off
6/24 - 7/1
$8,396  $9,222
$826 off
8/5 - 8/12
$8,396  $9,222
$826 off
8/11 - 8/18
$8,011  $8,613
$602 off
8/18 - 8/25
$7,192  $7,745
$553 off
8/26 - 9/2
$6,345  $7,080
$735 off
9/16 - 9/23
$4,567  $5,267
$700 off

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...