Swan Quarter, NC

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

National Seashore

The sound of ocean waves, the starry night sky, or the calm of the salt marshes, you can experience it all. Shaped by the forces of water, wind, and storms these islands are ever changing. The plants, wildlife, and people who live here adapt continually. Whether you are enjoying the beach, kayaking ...

Entrance: $0

Activities: Auto and ATV, Auto Off-Roading, Astronomy, Stargazing, Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Group Camping, RV Camping, Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Hiking, Hunting and Gathering, Hu...

Weather: The weather along the Outer Banks varies throughout the year and even throughout the day. Please check the National Weather Service information at http://www.weather.gov/mhx/ for forecast information.

Cape Lookout National Seashore

National Seashore

A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Horse watching, shelling, fishing, birding, camping, lighthouse climbing, and touring historic villages--there’s something for everyone at Cape Lookout. Be sure to bring all the food, water, and su...

Entrance: $0

Activities: Auto and ATV, ATV Off-Roading, Auto Off-Roading, Astronomy, Stargazing, Boating, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Hunting and Gathering, Hunting, Paddl...

Weather: Spring: Temperatures generally range from 50 F to 70+ F. Rain & wind are common Summer: Temperatures usually range from 80 F to 100 F with high humidity (80-90%). Average wind speed is 10-15 mph. ...

Chowan Swamp State Natural Area

State Park

6,015 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Fort Macon State Park

State Park

142 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Fort Raleigh National Historic Site

National Historic Site

Amongst the shallow blue waters of the Outer Banks lies Fort Raleigh on Roanoke Island. Shaped by constant winds of change, Fort Raleigh has become a focal point of American history. From the first Algonquian-speaking people to the first English colonies, from formerly enslaved people starting anew ...

Entrance: $0

Activities: Arts and Culture, Theater, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store

Weather: Weather on the Outer Banks varies seasonally and daily. Please check the National Weather Service at http://www.weather.gov/mhx/ for up-to-date weather forecast information.

Goose Creek State Park

State Park

1,694 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Hammocks Beach State Park

State Park

776 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Jockeys Ridge State Park

State Park

69 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Lake Phelps State Lake

State Park

15,917 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Pettigrew State Park

State Park

1,736 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Run Hill State Natural Area

State Park

117 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Salmon Creek State Natural Area

State Park

1,305 acres. Unknown

Entrance: $0

Theodore Roosevelt State Natural Area

State Park

19 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Wright Brothers National Memorial

National Memorial

Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903. With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on team...

Entrance: $10

Activities: Flying, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store

Weather: Weather on the Outer Banks varies seasonally and daily. Summers can be very hot and sunny (wear sunscreen and drink water), while winters can be cold and wet. High winds are always a possibility any t...