Explore the beauty of the Outer Banks in North Carolina's Currituck County.
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A Sandy Stroll Through Time in Corolla
A magnificently preserved coastal village in Currituck County highlights the rich history of North Carolina’s northern Outer Banks.
What Happens After You Finish Hiking The Mountains-to-Sea Trail
In this season finale of the Away Message podcast, we check back in with our hikers to see what changed (and what didn't) after their hike across North Carolina came to a close.
Go Wild in Currituck County
When fall arrives on North Carolina’s northern Outer Banks, wildlife thrives. This fall, take an open-air Jeep tour to spot wild horses, hike to see rare birds in a maritime forest, cast a line in Currituck Sound, and more.
Wild Horses, Jockey’s Ridge, and S’mores by the Fire: 7 Great Ways to Explore the Outer Banks
Have you experienced all seven?
Fall in Love with Currituck County
Six reasons why autumn is the ideal time for a trip to the northern Outer Banks.
“We just have to make it”: Kayaking the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Fatigue. Frustration. Fear. Failure. Our thru-hikers grappled with all of those feelings as they tried to paddle their way toward the end.
NC Highway 12 is North Carolina’s Line in the Sand
Shifting sands, tides, and tempests have shaped the Outer Banks for centuries. Now, those forces pose a constant threat to the islands’ lifeline — and a complicated challenge for the keepers of one of the state’s most famous roads.
North Carolina’s New Coastal Classics
An ice cream shop, a seafood restaurant, retro motels, and more — these six spots have established themselves as North Carolina’s latest beloved beach destinations.
