2026 Hatteras Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

SEA GABLES

Private, wooded setting, on a quiet oceanside street, only 470 yards to beach access with no main streets to cross.3 bedrooms (2 with Queen, each with 26" CATV, 1 with DVD player; 1 with Twins), 2 baths (1 with tub and shower, 1 with shower)...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
2/13 - 2/20
$921  $994
$73 off
2/20 - 2/27
$921  $994
$73 off
2/27 - 3/6
$921  $994
$73 off
3/6 - 3/13
$921  $994
$73 off
3/13 - 3/20
$921  $994
$73 off
3/20 - 3/27
$921  $994
$73 off
3/27 - 4/3
$1,092  $1,144
$52 off
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 TARDIS

Create sunny island memories with a stay in this eco-friendly solar-powered home, The TARDIS, a 6-bedroom semi-oceanfront cottage just across the street from the Atlantic Ocean and sandy beach.   This cozy vacation home, located on the beach road...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

Sunday Drive

Experience the pinnacle of coastal luxury and design at this breathtaking oceanfront home in Nags Head. Thoughtfully crafted for family escapes, this elegantly appointed retreat offers unparalleled comfort and style. Relax on the sun deck as you...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

Clearview by the Sea

Welcome to Clearview by the Sea, a beautifully designed coastal retreat perfect for large families seeking both comfort and connection. Located just 250 yards from the beach in the highly sought-after Four Seasons community in Duck, this spacious...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Low Tide Bar & Grill

Low Country Seafood from the islands. North, South, East or West, our menu will satisfy any cravings you have while on your beach vacation! Let us do the cooking tonight! Reseservations and Outdoor Seating available. We’ve got something...

Quay-C3 QUAY-C3

This tastefully decorated condo is just 500' from the beach in Nags Head and is the perfect backdrop for your seaside vacation. Spend your days relaxing at the community pool or playing tennis on the court. With decks that face both east and west...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

Lunasea MS-836

Settled atop a bluff in the soundside community of Monteray Shores, Lunasea is a stunning, contemporary home offering countless amenities for your family’s next Outer Banks vacation. The large top level great room offers an indoor gathering space...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Frosty Shores

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Appreciate a peaceful and peaceful family hideaway located close to the beach where the wild horses roam the dunes! Ground Level: Entirely gated private...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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 providing us with an abundant amount of shells , fish and sealife to see. We offer an array of adventures. We love to snorkel, clam, take a tour around the old village creeks. We take the kiddos on a hermit crab adventure and take you to find some sea...

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 choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.