The Outer Banks, and the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in particular, is known as one of the best bird watching destinations in the world, and the annual Wings Over Water celebrates this distinction like no other local festival. The weeklong event, which is held each October, features a wide range of educational programs, lectures, and opportunities to meet and greet with fellow birders. During this year's festival, attendees will also have the opportunity to go on guided birding trips, attend art and photography workshops, take a tram or kayak tour of National Wildlife Refuge, visit an ancient maritime forest, and much, much more. A complete schedule can be found online at the organization's website, and attendees should note that some programs do cost a small fee to participate.
We love to highlight some of the best and most interesting Outer Banks restaurants, shops, attractions and activities. Read on to discover some of our favorites!
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...
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Dean Ave. -Closer to the ocean than many oceanfront homes, tales of the high seas and beautiful vistas will be told forever after a stay at OCEAN’S LORE. Take a dip in the pool or lounge poolside outside this handsome home...
- Rodanthe
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
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...
Welcome to Blackbeards Hideaway at Villas of Hatteras by KEES Vacations Rarely do getaways have a smaller getaway built into them, but that's exactly what you will find at Hatteras. While the Outer Banks is a place overflowing with culture and...
- Hatteras
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...
Find your home away from home at Coastal Condo, located in the Sun Dune Village complex in Kill Devil Hills. This quaint condo is just a short walk to the beach. In season, relax by the pool and sun on the decks. Centrally located to shopping...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...
This classic beach house in Salvo is the perfect Hatteras Island vacation rental. Blue Marlin is located in the popular Hatteras Colony subdivision, with beach access just minutes away, and restaurants, a seafood market, ice cream and shopping all...
- Salvo
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...
This exceptional Nags Head Beach Cottage will make you feel at home w/all the amenities, special touches that you can expect from a top-quality, custom-built home. Enjoy one of the local's favorite beaches which is just 20 Ft from Curlew Public...
- Nags Head
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Get swept away by the beauty of the Outer Banks at Windswept in Corolla. This spacious OBX vacation home in Whalehead...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...
SOUNDSIDE Salvo — N. Sand Dollar Ct. — Pretty sound vistas await at this appealing home in the Wind Over Waves section of Salvo. Community amenities such as a soundside boat ramp and a wooden walkway to the sound accompany the neighborhood...
- Salvo
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms