The Outer Banks is a 200-mile (320-km) long string of narrow barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, beginning in the southeastern corner of Virginia Beach on the east coast of the United States. You can have a vastly different vacation experience depending on which area you select. Corolla, and Duck comprise the Northern Outer Banks towns. Central Outer Banks towns include Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and South Nags Head. Hatteras Island Villages include Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras Village. Ocracoke lies at the southernmost tip of the Outer Banks on Ocracoke Island, just a 45-minute ferry ride from Hatteras Island.

  The Wright brothers' first flight in a powered, heavier-than-air vehicle took place on the Outer Banks on December 17, 1903, at Kill Devil Hills near the seafront town of Kitty Hawk. The Wright Brothers National Monument commemorates the historic flights, and First Flight Airport is a small, general-aviation airfield located there. The islands are home to herds of feral horses, sometimes called "banker ponies," which according to local legend are descended from Spanish Mustangs washed ashore centuries ago in shipwrecks. Colonies exist near Corolla and on Ocracoke Island.

OBX is a hot spot for fishing, surfing, kiteboarding, windsurfing, kayaking, and hang gliding! Both experienced enthusiasts and first-timers are welcome! The Outer Banks also offers golfing, biking, tennis, performing arts, and a variety of family entertainment.

Take a break from the sun and surf to see what else the Outer Banks has to offer! There are interesting things to see and do in every town and village along the coast. Visit a famous landmark,
try out a new sport, or shop 'til you drop - the choice is yours! All of this is just minutes away from any vacation rental. The OBX offers everything from an outlet mall, to "big box" stores,
to charming boutiques. Browse through clothing stores, art galleries, surf shops, book stores and more. Be sure to check out the unique locally-owned shops throughout the OBX to find that
perfect souvenir!