The weather on the Outer Banks this time of year can be hit or miss. Usually early in the month, it will be cold and rainy. Chances of having nice weather days gets better towards the end of the month. Here are a few fun things to do here that you may want to put on your Outer Banks bucketlist for March. Attend the St Patrick’s Day Parade Nags Head hosts the largest St Patrick’s Day parade in North Carolina each year. This parade has been running since 1990 on or around St Patrick’s Day. For … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for January
January is just about the quietest time on the Outer Banks. Most folks don’t equate the beach with freezing cold temperatures. People don’t want to drive on snowy roads to get here so a mid-Atlantic snowy forecast stops many folks from a weekend trip. Being quiet has many benefits. It’s much easier getting around on our roads, the restaurants are not crowded, and you can enjoy many locations on the Outer Banks in relative solitude. If you are here this month, then get out and enjoy the OBX. … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for November
There's no doubt the vacation season is over when you are here in November. Except for Thanksgiving week, the roads, restaurants and the beach are less crowded. Many locals have adjusted to this slower pace and it feels like the Outer Banks is a small town again. It's easy to enjoy the Outer Banks this time of year. Here's our Outer Banks bucketlist for November. Walk in Nags Head Woods Taking a walk in Nags Head Woods this time of year is enjoyable. Our foliage changes much later than … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for October
October is one of one of the best months on the Outer Banks. Most days, the weather is near perfect and the water surrounding the Outer Banks is still relatively warm. The local folks who support the tourist industry are able to take some time for themselves because the pace of life on the Outer Banks slows down. It's the month when we begin to return to being a small town. Like September, there are many fun things to do on the Outer Banks this time of year. Here's just a few items in our … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for September
For locals, Labor Day signals the beginning of a slower paced, more enjoyable time on the Outer Banks. The weather is still fantastic and it’s less crowded. The next few months are considered by many as the best time of year to be here. Here are just a few Outer Banks bucketlist for September items to consider. Follow a Tropical Storm Mid-September is the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Every year there are tropical storms that affect the Outer Banks. Most times, it’s just larger … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for June
June is a great time to be on the Outer Banks. Most years the summer weather arrives in the first week or two of the month. June has mostly good weather and the wind does not blow as hard as earlier and later in the year. It's also the kickoff for the busiest time of year. Just about all places where vacationers can stay are occupied for a large portion of the month. It's great to see these folks enjoying themselves! There are best times of year for different Outer Banks actiivities. Here … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Bucketlist for May
May is a great time to be on the Outer Banks. The air and water are warming up and there are more sunny days than rainy days. It's a little cooler here compared to inland this time of year. That's because we're surrounded by water and the water has not warmed up too much yet. Every time of year there are different things to do on the Outer Banks. If you are a resident or just on the Outer Banks alot, then you'll likely want to do those bucket list things when they are at their best. Here's … Continue reading...
Currituck Beach Lighthouse
The Currituck Beach Lighthouse is the northernmost lighthouse on the Outer Banks and the last one to be built. It stands in the town of Corolla. Lighthouses used to be critical to the navigation of ships traveling up and down the coast. Each Outer Banks lighthouse has a unique color scheme and flash. The Currituck Beach light flashes for three seconds every twenty seconds. Prior to electronic navigation devices, mariners ten miles out could see this flash at night. During the day they could … Continue reading...
Wright Brothers Memorial
If the Hatteras Lighthouse is the most iconic symbol of the Outer Banks, then the Wright Brothers Memorial, must surely be a close second. The 60’ granite monument rising from the 91’ hill can be seen for miles and is a stunning reminder of the genius of Wilbur and Orville Wright. It is an iconic symbol of American Ingenuity. This post is a little about the memorial and its history. The Monument Inscribed around the outside of the monument are the words “ IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CONQUEST … Continue reading...
Kitty Hawk Trails
The Outer Banks blessed with interconnected multi-use paths from the north end of Duck at the Currituck County line to South Nags Head. This area is perfect for a family bike outing, a pleasant ride and relaxing way to tour the area or even a long ride for a more advanced rider. One of the most pleasant sections among the Dare County multi-use paths is the ride through Kitty Hawk. This post will focus on the multi-use paths in Kitty Hawk and the Kitty Hawk trails. The Woods Road Multi-Use … Continue reading...