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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 August

There’s so much to do on the Outer Banks in August it was hard to pick just three fun things. The weather is usually cooler than July and the ocean is almost always warmer. Towards the end of the summer, the crowds begin to thin out as the beach begins the transition to the fall season. Sea Oats are at their full length and bear their fruit. Here are three fun things that should be on your Outer Banks Bucketlist for August. Take an Offshore Fishing Trip August is a great month for an … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for July

July is probably the most popular month for the Outer Banks. There are years when there is no vacancy at vacation rental cottages, hotels and motels. Most years, July is the hottest month of the year too. It's that period of time when cold fronts rarely make it this far south and the Bermuda high pressure gives us those afternoon cooler breezes off the sound. There are best times of year for different Outer Banks activities. Here's our Outer Banks Bucketlist for July items. Snorkel an … 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...

What’s new on the Outer Banks? Spring 2023

Years ago, I was talking with a client about how things were changing on the Outer Banks. He was reminising about how he loved the way things used to be. He then said "That's why the Lord only gives us four score." Change is going to happen here weather we like it or not. The year 2023 is looking like the year of new businesses and old friends expanding. By our count there are five major projects moving forward at this time. Most, if not all of them should be opening in the next three to … 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...

Oriental Shipwreck Pea Island

The Oriental Shipwreck is probably the most visible shipwreck along the Outer Banks. You can see it at the beach across from the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center. Perhaps 150 yards offshore, is a smokestack and a round metal structure attached to it. That is the visible remains of the USS Oriental, a Union Army supply ship. The rest of the ship lies, perhaps 20’ or 25’ beneath the surface. What Happened It’s unclear why the ship ran aground that night. The … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for January

Outer Banks Bucketlist for November

Outer Banks Bucketlist for August

Outer Banks Bucketlist for July

Outer Banks Bucketlist for June

Outer Banks Bucketlist for May

Currituck Beach Lighthouse

What’s new on the Outer Banks? Spring 2023

Kitty Hawk Trails

Oriental Shipwreck Pea Island

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