From exploring the diverse wildlife that crowds the local beaches, to taking a lazy tour through the winding marshes and creeks of the Pamlico Sound, there’s a lot to discover at the Hatteras Island Ocean Center. This unique interactive destination offers a wealth of activities for adventurous locals and visitors alike, and is a great destination to uncover all the wild wonders of the southern Outer Banks.
The Hatteras Island Ocean Center is located in the community of Hatteras village, and the central site is close to miles of beaches and Pamlico Sound waters. As a result, the site serves as a launching point for a wide number of tours and adventures which are held throughout the summer months, and which are open to explorers of all ages. At Hatteras Island Ocean Center, visitors can book a kayak tour to explore the wildlife or catch a sound sunset, can take a beach expedition to discover the unique barrier island landscape, or can even go on a birding hike to uncover hundreds of different species of local and migrating birds. With so many adventures waiting, Hatteras Island Ocean Center is a great first stop for truly amazing and wild Hatteras Island explorations.
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