Do you go to the beach a lot?

[HomeSweetHomeNY]

ASC, stop it.. that sounds like an AMAZINGLY gorgeous fun day and I am also sad it's cold right now!!! So, tell me about the outer banks. I mean, i see stickers on people's cars all over the country with OBX, and people wearing OBX shirts... is it simply just pretty beaches? or is there more to do there? cute downtown areas or something?

[marndt]

Originally Posted by HomeSweetHomeNY

ASC, stop it.. that sounds like an AMAZINGLY gorgeous fun day and I am also sad it's cold right now!!! So, tell me about the outer banks. I mean, i see stickers on people's cars all over the country with OBX, and people wearing OBX shirts... is it simply just pretty beaches? or is there more to do there? cute downtown areas or something?

The Outer Banks of North Carolina® Official Site - Visitors Bureau

[SunnyKayak]

Originally Posted by HomeSweetHomeNY

ASC, stop it.. that sounds like an AMAZINGLY gorgeous fun day and I am also sad it's cold right now!!! So, tell me about the outer banks. I mean, i see stickers on people's cars all over the country with OBX, and people wearing OBX shirts... is it simply just pretty beaches? or is there more to do there? cute downtown areas or something?

If your type of beach person that got to go this, this , and this then you will be highly disappointed in the outer banks.
If you type that laying on the beach going into your home rental reading a good book while you listen to the ocean waves then later play some cards with your family then this is the ideal place.

Some rentals have game rooms, billiards and fooz ball, alot of rentals offer games we had playstation 2 in ours but if you choose a rental with games make sure to bring your own games the rental places are not always up to date. For restaurant recommindation check out visitob.com

Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills is where a little more entertainment for the adults and kids but Im not sure of that early in the season. Nags Head and up North is more commercial develop with chain stores. South of Oregon Inlet the stores are more mom n pop I found to be nice "Island feel"

The wind from the ocean can be brisk so make sure pack for cool weather. Due to no commercial skyrise hotels allowed you will feel like you have beach to yourself. Since it limits x amount of people in one area .

You might want to go on Deep Sea Fishing Tour and probably see some Dolphins while you are out, Also up near Corolla you can 4x4 tour up to the wild horses .
Kite boarding, parasailing, hang gliding is other options.

It a great place to do nothing .. excellent for adults , get the kid out of your hair and have them bring a friend. Make sure you are on the sound side an hour before sunset for spectacular views. You might even see sea turtle hatching since that is about the time they hatch.
Here is some additional ideas .
Corolla
Take a 4x4 beach wild horse tour
Visit the Corolla Lighthouse
Visit the Whalehead Club
Visit Corolla estuary North Carolina Reserve and view the beautiful area where fresh water and ocean mix and the wildlife in the area. Also you will go through the forest on a boardwalk.

Kill Devil Hills
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Located on the site of the Wright Brothers' first controlled powered flight in Kill Devil Hills

Nags Head
Jockey's Ridge State Park is a fascinating 420-acre park and recreational area where visitors are able to explore the highest sand dunes on the entire Atlantic coast.

Roanoke Sound Estuary
Kayaking,
windsurfing
hang gliding
parasailing
kite boarding

Roanoke Island

Try to give your self to have a conversation with the local natives it a different southern accent than on the main land

Manteo is a charming coastal village and the seat of government for Dare County. Wander along quaint streets, explore unique shops and dine on the waterfront in this delightful village, located on the eastern side of Roanoke Island. From April though December, First Friday celebrations each month provide a festival-like atmosphere with entertainment and more.

maritime museum
One of three maritime museum sites in the state, the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Manteo explores North Carolina's rich maritime history and culture.

Fort Raleigh include history and nature trails, the Waterside Theater where The Lost Colony outdoor drama is performed and the Elizabethan Gardens (only during summer months)

Aquarium
Featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits, hands on activities and a variety of special programs,

Cape Hatteras National Seashore Island
fishing, exploring nature, camping, boating, windsurfing, hunting

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Oregon Inlet fishing center one of the largest and most modern fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. Great place to kayak
Pea Island refuge best areas for birding and enjoying nature.
Explore (by foot or bike is best) Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Hatteras, Frisco. Very cool small beach communities with mom & pop type shops and restaurants
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Ocracoke Island
miles of clean beaches, abundant wildlife, quaint village and connection to Blackbeard
Ocracoke village
Ocracoke lighthouse
you will have to ride a ferry to view the island

Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Tip to view some of most gorgeous sunsets be sure to be on the sound side an hour before sunset.
The best thing the Outer Banks is known for a place to relax. So turn off cell phones and dont bring a PC but do bring a GOOD BOOK , CARDS, OR BOARD GAME

Photos taken on Cape Hatteras Island
Photos of Various sunsets

[Doorway]

Beautiful sunset pics.

[pink caddy]

SK-were the pixs of CH taken in the month of May (the month you posted the pixs)?

[SunnyKayak]

Originally Posted by johne482

SK-were the pixs of CH taken in the month of May (the month you posted the pixs)?

Yes and I will never go in May again unless I get tempted by a killer rental rate . The ocean water has not had a chance to warm over the summer and since the OBX sits further out in the Atlantic Ocean and receives northern ocean currents I couldnt enjoy the water well except in the rental home heated pool. The water will always be cooler north of Cape Hatteras than the southern beaches but beauty of everything else makes up for alot of it. I think September would be ideal time to go but that is also peak month for Hurricanes.

[HomeSweetHomeNY]

I think I don't know how to relax lol.. (a book, a board game.. I think I would go nuts) but it definitely sounds like a beautiful place for relaxing. When I learn how to do that.. I would love to visit the outer banks! =]