Nags Head
🌳 Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve and Jockey’s Ridge
Nags Head offers two unique trails to explore the outdoors at! Jockey’s Ridge State Park offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Albemarle Sound atop the tallest sand dune on the East Coast. Local Tip: bring a boogie-board so that you can ride down the dunes! Or, sign up for a hang gliding lesson with Kitty Hawk Kites! If you’re looking for more adventure, hike through Nags Head Woods, one of the largest maritime forests on the East Coast.
🛝Dowdy Park
Dowdy Park offers 5 acres of recreation for all ages. With an Amphitheater, basketball court, Bocce Ball Court, a Fitness Trail, a Pickleball Court, playground and restrooms. They also have a Farmer’s Market June-August on each Thursday with local goodies.
🎣 Catch of the day
Head to a marina, Pirate’s Cove or Oregon Inlet, around 4pm and watch fisherman bring in their fresh catch of the day! You can eat dinner at Blue Water Grill or Sea Chef, and admire the marina views.
🐟 Jennette’s Pier
Inside of Jennette’s Pier, there are Roanoke Island Aquarium exhibits that are free. Pay a small fee to walk on the 1,000 foot long pier and enjoy stunning ocean views and see what everyone is catching.