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Take a look at our live webcams below!Don't miss out onsome of our favorite things to do and helpful beach tips for theOuter Banks.
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- Jeanette's Pier
- Kitty Hawk
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Jennette's Pier Webcam -Surfline
A one-of-a-kind educational ocean pier. The Aquarium-operated complex will feature educational classrooms and programs, alternative energy demonstrations, live animal exhibits, meeting facilities, a snack bar and tackle shop, and a host of other displays and features for good family fun with great fishing too! Located in Nags Head, central to the Outer Banks, there's plenty of opportunity for adventure and attractions to visit.
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We've Got Your Perfect Stay
Vacation rental homes are our most popular lodging option on the OBX—come see what we've got.
Driving on the Beach
The use of off-road vehicles (ORVs) is a long-standing way for visitors to enjoy the Seashore’s ocean beaches...
Beaches
One of the first things you’ll come to quickly realize about the Outer Banks is how diverse the beaches are....
Best of OBX
Explore the top 10 things to do here whether by land, air or sea. Do one or do them all, and you'll leave with...
Fishing
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a sport fisherman’s paradise. The sheer quantity of angling opportunities...
Pets on the Beach
Our beaches, towns and villages can be fun and rewarding for both pets and their owners. Towns and the Cape...
Kids Activities
Consistently ranked one of the best family beach vacations there is something for everyone of any age.
Attractions
Whether you are a history buff, outdoor adventurer or admirer of architecture, take the time to discover the...
Water Activities
The Outer Banks owe their existence to the elements. The same core ingredients at the heart of your perfect...
Seasonal Activities
There's something to see and do nearly every day of the year, regardless of the weather. Largely, this is due...
Nearby Towns
Thank goodness, there are no cities here. Just quaint towns and sleepy fishing villages, each wonderfully...
Things to Do
Whether you are a history buff, outdoor adventurer or admirer of architecture, take the time to discover all...
Nags Head
Nags Head, from its earliest beginnings in the 1800's, has predominately consisted of single family cottages and a few small hotels and cottage courts. Visitors to Nags Head can still enjoy the town's several historic cottages, which are primarily located across from the town's most...
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Kitty Hawk Pier Report -Surfline
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How to Discover Tranquility on a...
Embrace solitude and serenity as you embark on a soul-rejuvenating journey to Duck, North Carolina. Nestled...
Best Free Things to Do on the OBX
Oh-so often the highlights of a destination come with a hefty dip into your wallet. Quite the opposite is true...
Islands of the Outer Banks: Which...
Seaside destinations tend to pack tons of tourists onto overcrowded beaches, but not in the Outer Banks of...
Your Guide to Recreating...
Our national parks protect much of what we love most about being here. The diverse stories our parks preserve...
Join the Movement | Outdoor NC
The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is a proud partner of the Outdoor NC Alliance and we’re thrilled to...
7 Spots on The OBX Your Kids are...
Even if you’re not from the East, you’ve probably heard of The Outer Banks of North Carolina, be...
Here’s How to Take Relaxation to...
The Outer Banks is just about the most relaxing vacation you could choose. The beach vibes, the soothing...
Soft-Shell Crabs on the Outer Banks
Never underestimate the power of a full moon. Especially in May. Any soft-shell crabber worth his salt will...
Red Wolves on The Outer Banks
Header Photo: Running Wild Media In 1980 red wolves were declared extinct in the wild. The final few were...
Spend A Day on Hatteras Island |...
Full of historical significance and scenic natural environments, Hatteras Island welcomes you to enjoy its...
Kitty Hawk
The Town of Kitty Hawk is rich in history and tradition. When Orville and Wilbur Wright looked for a site for their aviation experiments in 1900, they needed a place with winds regularly over 15 mph. with gentle hills for glider launching, a sandy surface for soft landings, and a remote location to...
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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Webcam
Check out the view atop the tallest lighthouse in North America. You can see the direct path of whenthe Cape HatterasLighthousewasmoveda half mile inland in 1999. Read more about Cape Hatteras Lighthouse history or discoverother OBX lighthouses.Outer Banks Forever,the local nonprofit partner of the Outer Banks national parks, has partnered with the National Park Service,Outer Banks Visitors BureauandSurflineto launch this new webcam that is the first of three to be installed in each of the national parks.
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Hatteras
Hatteras Village is home to several great restaurants, but you won't find much in the way of famous fast food restaurants, everything here is locally owned and operated. Lavish rental homes sparsely dot part of the oceanfront, but you can also stay in a quaint condo, motel or inn. Whatever meets...
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