You will like Avon it like staying in a small town without the huge crowds so plenty of beach space you dont have to worry about throwing sand on someone.
Here are some suggestions of things to do
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
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