Your "where to" guide for all you want to do on the Outer Banks
The Team at Elan Vacations has prepared the following guide for our customers, from local attractions to watersports, you will find everything you need right at your finger tips. We have included names, phone numbers and web links for just about every business mentioned so that our guests can make their vacation plans with ease. Of course, our courteous staff is always available to assist so please don't hesitate to call us toll free at 1-866-760-3526 with any questions. Let us know if we have forgotten to mention a favorite spot of yours!!
Restaurants
Dining on the Outer Banks is a fantastic experience and there is something to satisfy every palate and to fit every budget. We have listed several restaurants that are among our favorites - we have listed them in order from South to North - or Manteo/Nags Head to Corolla. If dining in is your preference, there is a category just for you as well!!
Nags Head/Manteo
1587 Restaurant - Fine Dining - Dinner nightly, year round. Offering a variety of fresh seafood, meats and fowl, and vegetables from the finest Outer Banks growers. Enjoy dining in an atmosphere that is elegant but relaxed as you watch the moonrise over the Shallowbag Bay. Reservations recommended call 252-473-1587.
Sugar Creek Soundfront Seafood Restaurant - (252)441-4963 -Dine on the Roanoke Sound without getting your feet wet. Great Carolina-style seafood, beef, salads and sandwiches. Laid-back and casual. The whole family will love strolling along the docks and viewing the wildlife. Open for lunch and dinner. Celebrating 25 years.
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - Nags Head/Manteo Causeway- Fresh seafood, pasta, prime beef, salads, sandwiches and homemade desserts. Large Bar and gift shop - Catering on and off premises. 252-441-5405.
Windmill Point -Fine Dining - Serving dinner nightly, year round. Offering spectacular soundviews and award winning cuisine. Enjoy cocktails on the second floor in the USS Unitied States Lounge. Located at MP 16.5 on Hwy 158 in Nags Head. Reservations recommended call 252-441-1535.
Penguin Isle Soundside Grill and Bar - Elegant Family Dining - Serving dinner nightly. Overlooking the Roanoke Sound, you will enjoy the menu with everything from oysters and escargots to Angus Beef and sushi, children's menu is available. Located at MP 16 on Hwy 158 in Nags Head. Reservations recommended call 252-441-2637.
Owens Restaurant - Casual Fine Dining, Serving dinner nightly. Enjoy classic southern coastal cuisine in a warm friendly atmosphere, surrounded by museum quality artifacts. Located at MP 16.5 on the Beach Road in Nags Head. For Reservations call 252-441-7309.
Kelly's Restaurant and Tavern - (252) 441-4116; kellysrestaurant.com
The people's choice for the "Best of the Outer Banks." Savor chef-prepared NC seafood, Angus beef, homemade pastas and desserts. Discover the largest collection of Outer Banks memorabilia. 300-plus wine varieties. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Favorite nightspot with entertainment nightly. Open all year - Located at Milepost 10 on Hwy 158 in Nags Head.
Prime Only - Steak-Seafood-Martini & Wine Bar: Milepost 10 3/4 on the Bypass, Nags Head (252)480-0047 - Serving the finest beef and the freshest local seafood available - open year round, serving dinner from 5pm until - primeonlyobx.com
Lucky 12 Tavern - (252)255-5825 - relaxed, family-friendly dining in a reasonably priced restaurant. Open 7 days a week serving lunch and dinner for dine-in or take-out. Hand pattied burgers, local seafood, philly cheesesteaks, salads & NY style pizza and more. Pizza served 'til 2am. Open year round. Full ABC permits.
Tortugas Lie - (252)441-RAWW - www.tortugaslie.com - Everyone from hang gliding pilots to surfers and "married with kids", loves the upbeat atmosphere at "Toogs". Sushi on Wednesdays is famous, and steamed veggies and seafood are served late. Caribbean-style cusine.
Butcher Block Fine Meats & Delicatessen - (252)441-8787;obxbutcherblock.com - Choice Angus beef, pork, poultry & more, cut to order. All natural deli products, specialty hot and cold sandwiches & wraps, homemade soups, fresh salads with daily specials.
Sam & Omie's: Milepost 16.5 on the Beach Road in Nags Head. Since 1937 casual dining, wooden floors, original fishing center - many fish tales told here!! 252-441-7366
Kill Devil Hills
Awful Arthurs Oyster Bar - Serving Lunch and Dinner and open daily all year - Rated one of the top ten oyster bars in the nation by Coastal Living Magazine and recognized for their steamed spieced shrimp by Esquire Magazine. Kicked back casual is the rule!! 252-441-5955 or www.awfularthursobx.com
Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar - Its All Good!! - Serving Lunch and Dinner - Late night food on Friday and Saturday nights - 252-441-7889 or www.mamakwans.com
Colington Cafe - Casual Fine Dining, Serving Dinner April-November, Christmas Week and Valentine's Week. Continental cuisine and local seafood specials. No highchairs. Located on Colington Road, MP 8 just past the Wright Brothers Airstrip. For Reservations call 252-480-1123.
Flying Fish Cafe - Casual Dining, Serving dinner nightly. Mediterranean and American food in a casual cafe setting. Enjoy specialty drinks at their wine and cappuccino bar. Located at MP 10 on Hwy 158 in Kill Devil Hills. For Reservations call 252-441-6894. 58 in Kill Devil Hills. For Reservations call 252-441-6894.
JK's Restaurant - Casual Dining, Serving dinner nightly, take out available. Entree's include mesquite wood grilled ribs, chicken, steaks, seafood, veal and lamb. Friendly service, great atmosphere. Located at MP 9 on Hwy 158 in Kill Devil Hills. Call 252-441-9555.
Outer Banks Brewing Station - Casual Dining, Serving lunch and dinner year round. Relax in a casual atmosphere and enjoy revolutionary cuisine, hand crafted brews and righteous music. Children's menu and late night menu available. Located at MP 8.5 on Hwy 158. Call 252-449-BREW.
Goombays Grill and Raw Bar - Milepost 7 on the Beach Road - open year round for Lunch and Dinner 11:30am to 2:00pm - Kids Menu - Cool Island Decor-Take out Available. Tropical Tastes - Casual Place.252-441-6001 or www.goombays.com
Mako Mike's - Com experience the imaginative underwater decor. Explore 3 levels of dining amidst an array of local artistry, or relax in our enchanged Octopus Bar. A varied menu featureing fresh seafood, specialty pastas, wood oven pizzas, beef, pork and chicken entrees. Open all year - Large groups welcome - serving dinner daily at 4:30pm (3:30pm in season) Come see the live shark tank! 252-480-1919 or www.makomikesobx.com
Kitty Hawk/Southern Shores
Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar - Fine Dining - Dinner Only - Enjoy the American Bistro-style dining experience. Menu includes everything from fresh seafood to lamb to beef entrees. The wine list is superb and don't forget to make time for the Martini Bar. Located on Hwy 12 Beach Road, MP 2.5 in Kitty Hawk. Reservations required call 252-261-2546.
Argyles Restaurant and Piano Bar - Casual Fine Dining Serving dinner nightly Monday through Saturday 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Enjoy music played each night on a Baby Grand Piano featuring Jazz and Soft Rock in a warm and relaxed atmosphere,menu includes American Cuisine- Seafood, Beef and Pasta. Located on Hwy 158 Bypass, MP 2.5 in Kitty Hawk. Reservations recommended call 252-261-7325.
Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Bar & Grill - Milepost 4.5 on the Bypass in Kitty Hawk serving lunch and dinner daily - seafood, steaks, pastas, salads, sandwiches and gourmet pizzas - kids menu also available. 252-261-1008 or www.barefootbernies.com.
The Beach Bread Co & The Bistro Evening Bistro and Martini Bar: Bread Co. serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner to include Espresso Bar and Full In House Bakery - The Bistro serves Hand Cut Angus Steaks, fresh seasonal menu to include locally caught seafood and a unique martini list - Early Bird Menu 5:00pm to 6:30pm Tuesday thru Saturday. Reservations suggested 252-261-7711 or www.beachbread.com.
High Cotton NC Barbeque: Milepost 1 on the Beach Road in Kitty Hawk-Barbeque - Ribs - Fried Chicken - Eat in or Take Out 252-255-2275 or www.highcottonbbq.com.
Hurricane Mo's Beachside Bar & Grill: Savor the salt air and sample our fresh local seafood, pastas and "melt in your mouth" steaks cooked to perfection. Whatever your tastes, you're sure to find a favorite on our menu. Serving Lunch and Dinner - Childrens Menu as well - 252-255-0215.
Black Pelican Seafood Co. - located across from the ocean at milepost 4 on the Beach Road - formally a life saving station. Seafood, wood fired pizzas, daily lunch and dinner specials, gift shop and Bar. 252-261-3171 or www.blackpelican.com.
Meridian 42 -Casual Dining serving Lunch 11:30-2:30 and Dinner 5-10pm. Menu offeres Mediterranean Cuisine, including hot and cold tapas style apps, homemade bread, pastas and ice cream and an extensive wine list. Take out is available. Located on Hwy 12 North in Southern Shores Crossing. Reservations Recommended call 252-261-0420.
Rundown Cafe - A unique fusion of Caribbean and Pacific Rim Cuisine - Dine Inside or Outside which gives you a nice ocean view - Serving Lunch and Dinner. Kids Menu available as well as Take Out - located at Milepost 1 on the Beach Road - 252-255-0026.
Stack 'em High - The Outer Banks Original Pancake House - specializing in Breakfast on the Outer Banks for 26 years!! 36 varieties of Pancakes to choose from along with eggs, belgian waffles, omelettes and french toast. Located at 4.5 milepost in Kitty Hawk or Milepost 9 in Kill Devil Hills - Kids and Seniors Specials!! 252-261-8221.
Scoops Ice Cream Parlor - Milepost 1 in Kitty Hawk on the Beach Road. Eddy's hand-dipped ice cream, soft serve ice cream, smoothies, shakes, sundaes and much more!!! All homemade ice cream cakes - Open April - October from 1pm to 10pm 252-261-1050.
Duck
Elizabeth's Café & Winery - Fine Dining - Dinner Only - Recognized as offering one of the most outstanding wine lists in the world. Reservations a must call 252-261-6145.
Sunset Grill & Raw Bar - Casual Dining - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Located on the Waterfront in Duck witness the extraordinary sunsets over the Currituck Sound. Dine outside on the deck or inside and watch the sun go down. Call 252-261-3901.
Fishbones Raw Bar & Restaurant - Scarborough Lane Shoppes in Duck - Outer Banks original Tiki Bar - Open daily Lunch 11am - 4pm; Dinner from 5:00pm til - Live Entertainment and Karaoke. Take out available 252-261-6991
Red Sky Café -Casual Dining - Lunch & Dinner - Quaint Duck Café - Style dining with fresh bread and creative menu selections of cross-cultural cooking. Complete Gourmet Dinners "To-Go". Call 252-261-8646.
Roadside Bar & Grill - Duck Road - Duck NC. Southern cuisine, Bar/Live Entertainment 252-261-5729.
The Left Bank -Fine Dining at The Sanderling - Dinner Only - Gourmet restaurant serving French inspired contemporary American cuisine and offering a spectacular panoramic view of the Currituck Sound. Reservations required call 252-449-6654. (Jackets required, young adults ages 13 and over are welcome.)
The Lifesaving Station Restaurant at The Sanderling -Family-Fine Dining at The Sanderling - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Housed in a restored 1899 lifesaving station features contemporary American Cuisine in a casually elegant grill room atmosphere. Reservations recommended call 252-449-6654.
Blue Point Bar & Grill - Fine Dining at The Waterfront Shops in Duck overlooking the Currituck Sound - Lunch & Dinner. Reservations accepted 30 days in advance by calling 252-261-8090.
Corolla
Groupers Grill & Wine Bar - Casual Dining in the TimBuck II Shopping Center - Dinner Only - Specializing in local seafood, Black Angus Beef and pasta dishes with an extensive wine list. Reservations recommended call 252-453-4077. (Non-smoking)
Mike Dianna's Grill Room - Come have dinner and see what the buzz is about! Menu features something for everyone - USDA prime beef to fresh fish and pasta. Kids Menu too! Menu changes daily and the wine list features over 200 selections, reasonably priced, from around the world. Available for in-house catering of special events - reservations highly recommended. Come on Thursday nights in season for live music on the deck - 252-453-4336 or www.grillroomobx.com. Located in the Tim Buck II shopping plaza.
North Banks Seafood & Raw Bar - Casual Dining in the TimBuck II Shopping Center - Lunch & Dinner - Seafood and raw bar. 252-453-3344.
Route 12 Steak & Seafood Company - Casual Dining in the TimBuck II Shopping Center - Dinner Only - Specializing in Seafood, Certified Angus Beef, BBQ Chicken and "Fall-Off-The-Bone Tender Ribs." Reservations accepted one week in advance by calling 252-453-4644. (Non-smoking)
Steamer's Shellfish To Go - Casual Dining on deck or convenient Steamer Pots To Go, just add water and steam. Place your pick-up order by calling
252-453-3305.
GiGis - located behind the Corolla Visitors Center in the Currituck Club - Coastal Italian Cuisine - Open all year for dinner - bar open until 2am - reservations recommended 252-453-2929 or www.outerbankscaterer.com.
Corolla Pizza: Located in the village of Corolla, just north of the lighthouse, next to Winks. Free Delivery from Pine Island to Ocean Hill - call for details 252-453-8592
Cafe 111 Personal Chef Service - www.cafe111obx.com - Jamie Pauls, Chef - why fight traffic and long waits at restaurants, when you could have a chef come to your home? You provide plates, silverware, and beverages of choice and they bring the rest. Menu can be customized for your group and rates are based on the size of your party plus the cost of food. Early reservations are recommended, some weeks book up quickly. Phone #252-256-CHEF or log on to the website for more information and a contact us page.
Groovin' Gourmets - A Vacationers Dream Come True, Gourmet Meal Delivery Service. Groovin Gourmets will prepare delicious ready-to-cook meals for your next vacation and deliver them directly to your doorstep. No more shopping, cooking or cleaning. All meals are oven or microwave ready, just heat and serve. For more information and to set-up a delivery for your vacation call 1-866-355-4321.
Coastal Provisions Market - Welcome to the Outer Banks' newest and only food market specializing in taste. As an alternative to big-box supermarket shopping, Coastal Provisions Market fills your desire for quality ingredients and chef-prepared food in an intimate, casual atmosphere with personal service that only passionate food lovers can offer, featuring: Full Service Butcher, Fresh Seafood, Seasonal Produce, Prepared Foods, Catering, Beer & Wine - located in Southern Shores Crossing at 1 Ocean Blvd 252-480-0023.
At Your Service - serving the Outer Banks since 1988 - Barbara Hall, owner - 252-261-5286 or email atyourservice@aignet.com. Offering Chef Services as well as grocery and other shopping/delivery services.
Butcher Block Fine Meats - Milepost 11.5 on the Bypass in Nags Head - offering choice angus beef, pork, poultry, lamb, duck, veal and more - all cut to order per customer specs. Delicatessen on site as well. 252-441-8787.
Dunkin' Donuts - 2 locations Spring of 2008: Milepost 10.5 Nags Head on the Bypass and Milepost 5.5 Kitty Hawk on the Bypass - 24 hour drive thru - catering available - in addition to their famous coffee and donuts, these locations will offer a menu with variety! www.dunkindonutsobx.com.
Delivery Genie - 252-599-9262 - order@deliverygenie.com: the main purpose of the company is to be your personal shopper while on vacation. They will deliver groceries right to your door so you don't have to leave the housse to go shopping. Place your grocery order on line at least one day in advance.
Sea Freeze - 252-480-2340 - www.seafreeze.net or sea-freeze@charter.net - you provide the fun and friends and Sea Freeze provides the frozen drink machine with a variety of flavors - no ice is required and you can make adult drinks as well as slushies for the kids. Rentals available by the day or multiple days.
Chip's Beer and Wine Market - 252-449-8229 - located in Kill Devil Hills - largest wine and beer selection in the Region - build your own 6 pack from hundreds of microbrews - massive wine selection and classes and tastings. Milepost 6 in Kill Devil Hills.
Tommys Market - Bagels to Beef
Native Vine - Big City Wine Warehouse - 2 locations: Point Harbor just north of the Wright Memorial Bridge 252-491-5311 or Nags Head/Jockeys Ridge Location 252-480-9991 - 1000+ local, domestic & international wines, microbrews, Gourmet, Decor, Gift Baskets - daily wine tastings and weekly evening reserve tastings, reservations required for the reserve tastings
Local Attractions/Activities
Corolla Outback Adventures - 252-453-4484 - www.corollaoutback.com - located next to the Corolla Post Office at Winks. Offers Land Cruiser adverture tours that depart from the beach access ramp past Corolla Village and goes the 20 mile trip that heads north to Carova Beach and False Cape Park at the Virginia State Line. Your guide will take you into the sanctuary for the wild horses of Corolla as well into an ancient maritime forest at Wash Woods.
Nags Head Bowling - Family Fun for Everyone! A great escape for those rainy days. Shoe rentals, bowling balls, video games, and Snack Bar with a variety of Food and Beverages. Make arrangements for large groups and birthday parties in advance. Located in Nags Head, MP 10 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-441-7077.
Back Country Outfitters - 252-453-0877 - OuterBanksTours.com or Segs-OnTheBeach.com - based in Corolla - exciting naturalist guided family off road eco-excursions by SUV, Segway or Kayak thru 30 miles of beach and sand trail to the unique maritime environment.
Bob's Wild Horse Tours - 252-453-8602 - www.bobshorsetours.com - located at The Inn at Corolla Light 1066 Ocean Trail Corolla - friendly and knowledgeable staff will take you onto the unspoiled North Beaches to find the beautiful Spanish Mustang Ponies - all tours are 2 hours in length.
Beach Jeeps - 252-453-6141 - www.beachjeepsofcorolla.com - located in Corolla Light Town Center - offering a unique experience with 2 1/2 hour self guided Wild Horse Tours. Your trip will take you through 26 miles of pristine beaches and dunes. Each tour is a great opportunity to see the Wild Spanish Ponies in their native habitat while riding in an open-top Jeep.
Kitty Hawk Kites - 252-441-4124 - www.kittyhawk.com - Choose your adventure...Hang Gliding, Kiteboarding, Kayaking, Jet Skiing, Parasailing, Aero Tours, Charter Fishing, Jet Boat Rides, Tandem Hang Gliding, Dolphin & Nature tours. Plan all of your family activites with one phone call or a few clicks of a mouse - with over 22 adventures and tours to choose from you wont need to go anywhere else!
Outer Banks Music Showcase - www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com - 252-261-7505 - located at milepost 4.5 on the Bypass in Kitty Hawk. The beach's live musical variety show that the whole family will enjoy!! An exciting LIVE energetic 2 hour show blending all styles of music and sidesplitting wholesome comedy.
The Lost Colony - 252-473-3414 - Show is presented nightly except Sunday, June 1 - August 20. Call for tickets. Be captivated by the exciting story of The Lost Colony, America's first and longest-running Outdoor Symphonic Drama. Written by Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Green and performed under the stars at the beautiful Waterside Theater in Manteo.
That Stained Glass Place - 252-261-5010 - located in the Loblolly Pines Shopping Center, Duck. Local art, gifts, tools, supplies, open mosaic workshop, glass classes and custom work - make your own mosaic. Hours Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-4.
Weeping Radish IceHaus - 252-491-5205-www.weepingradish.com/icehaus - Welcome to Northeast NC's first ice skating rink - located at the Weeping Radish Farm Brewery in Grandy on the Currituck Mainland - all sessions are 2 hours - group reservations recommended and special rates available. Brand new to the area in 2007 - call for 08 opening dates.
North Carolina Aquarium - 252-473-3494 or www.ncaquariums.com - located on Airport Road in Manteo and open daily from 9am to 5pm. Get up close and personal with rays, sea urchins, and horseshoe crabs at the family friendly touch tanks or talk to a diver under the water during one of the dive shows. Something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Currituck Heritage Park - 252-453-9040 www.whaleheadclub.org or 252-453-0221 www.ncwildlife.org-Route 12 North, Corolla NC - open daily from 9am - 5pm year round except on observed holidays. Offering daily tours and specialized tours along with events and educational programs for all ages.
Wright Brothers Memorial - Kill Devil Hills - The grounds of the park offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Wright Brothers during their time on the Outer Banks. A small shack stands as a replica of their living quarters and markers along the path indicate the distance of each of the four flights taken that day. A highlight of the park is the replica of the 1903 Wright Flyer housed in the Rotunda.
Outer Banks Family YMCA - Nags Head - Milepost 11 - 252-449-8897 or www.ymcashr.org. Get an Outer Banks Family YMCA weekly pass for only $95-amenities include fitness center, childwatch, outdoor pool, water & spray park, skate park and indoor pool! Can purchase passes on line www.ymcashr.org/locations/outerbanks or by visiting the center at MP 11.
Outer Banks Daredevils - Kill Devil Hills -log on to www.obxdaredevils.com or call 252-441-0600 for schedule and ticket information. Come see the stars of tomorrow - Coastal Plain Baseball League - all home games are played at the First Flight High School Baseball Complex just south of the Wright Brothers Memorial.
Mini Golf
The Promenade - Kitty Hawk, Located MP 1/4 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-261-4900
Lost Treasure Golf - Kill Devil Hills, Located MP 7 1/4 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-480-0142
Pink Elephant Mini Golf - Nags Head, Located MP 11 on Beach Road. Phone 252-441-5875
Blackbeard's Miniature Golf Park - Nags Head, Located MP 15 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-441-4541
Jurassic Putt - Nags Head, Located MP 16 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-441-6841
Galaxy Golf - Milepost 11 in Nags Head - Phone 252-441-5878
Paradise Golf & Arcade - Milepost 5.5 on the Bypass in Kill Devil Hills Phone 252-441-7626
Corolla Grass Course - 1024 Ocean Trail Corolla 252-453-4198
Go-Cart Tracks
Corolla Raceway - Corolla, Located in Timbuck II Shopping Village on Hwy 12. Phone 252-453-9100
Colington Speedway -Kill Devil Hills, Located on Colinton Road, MP 8 off of Hwy 158. Phone 252-480-9144
Speed-n-Spray Action Park - Nags Head, Located MP 15 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-480-1900
Nags Head Raceway - - Nags Head, Located MP 16 on Hwy 158. Phone 252-480-4639
Movie Theaters
RC Theaters Movies 10 - Kill Devil Hills Milepost 6 on the Bypass - 252-441-5630
RC Theaters Movies 4 - Monteray Plaza Corolla 252-453-2999
RC Theaters Avon Cineplex 4 - Located in Hatteras Island Plaze on Hwy 12. Phone 252-995-9060
Pioneer Theatre, The nation's oldest theater, showing flicks since 1934 - Manteo, Located on Budleigh Street in Downtown Manteo. One showing nightly. Phone 252-473-2216
Golf
The Outer Banks has stunning golf courses from Nags Head to Corolla and on the Currituck Mainland. We will do our best to make your golf arrangements in advance, offering you the peace of mind that you will be on the greens when it suits you. If you have a large group interested in a golf getaway, please contact us to customize a package for you. (Golf Fees $45-$150/per person including cart depending on season)
Kilmarlic Golf Club - THE NEWEST COURSE ON THE OUTER BANKS. Sitting among 605 acres of maritime forest and sprawling wetlands is the balance of harmony - environment, development and golf. With canopies of giant oak, pine and dogwood trees, Kilmarlic Golf Club is a true partnership between golf and nature. This unique setting creates stimulating challenges, and makes Kilmarlic unlike any other course on the Outer Banks. Located 3 miles north of the Wright Memorial Bridge on the Currituck Sound. For tee times or more info call 252-491-4220.
The Pointe Golf Club - 3.5 miles north of the Wright Memorial Bridge - Tee Times available 3 months in advance. Call 252-491-8388.
The Carolina Club - 15 minutes north of the Wright Memorial Bridge - Tee Times available 3 months in advance. Call 252-453-3588.
Currituck Club - - In Corolla north of Pine Island - Tee times available 1 year in advance if renting in Currituck Club, or 7 days in advance. Call 252-453-9400.
Nags Head Golf Links -Located in Nags Head, milepost 16, sister course of The Currituck Club - Tee times available 1 year in advance. Call 252-441-8073.
Sea Scape Golf Links -In Kitty Hawk, around milepost 2.5, ocean views from some ot the holes - Tee times available 1 year in advance. Call 252-261-2158 for reservations.
Holly Ridge -1.5 miles north of the Wright Memorial Bridge (great course for younger and less experienced golfers). Call 252-491-2893 for Tee Times.
Goose Creek - Hwy 158 in Grandy - 18 hole championship golf course - 252-453-4008 www.outerbanksgolfgoosecreek.com
Health, Fitness & Spa Services
Eden Salon and Day Spa -- 1245 Duck Rd. Offers Swedish, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy and a Hydrotherapy Tub Massages. Packages include 5-6 hours of luxurious treatment and lunch. Call 252-255-0711. Also in Corolla 252-453-0712
Diva's Day Spa and Salon - Located in Southern Shores Crossing. Diva's is a stylish, intimate spa and salon where clients receive highly personalized attention in a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere - a luxury that is rarely found in today's fast paced, high stress world. For more information call 252-255-5502.
Spa at Corolla - Midway between Duck and Corolla at the south entrance to the Currituck Club Golf Course, you will find the AHHHH in Corolla. The chosen product line is Naturopathica, meaning "to heal with natural therapies" and Phytomer, meaning "plant of the sea." Spa at Corolla offers Hand and Foot treatments, Skin Care, Massage, Body Treatments and Spa Packages. Bring your entire bridal party for a day at the Spa or purchase a gift card for that special someone in your life. For more information call 252-453-9799.
The Sanderling Spa - Northern Duck, at The Sanderling Resort. Offers a wide variety of packages massages, healing water massages, body treatments and nail care. Call 800-701-4111 or locally 252-261-4111.
Pine Island Racquet & Fitness - north of Duck on Route 12 in Pine Island - open to the public - 252-453-8525
Adult Fitness Center - Southern Shores Crossing #105 Hwy 12 - 252-261-5231-yearly and vacation rates.
YMCA - 3000 S. Croatan Hwy Nags Head 252-449-8897, fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, etc - vacation rates available www.obxymca.com.
Barrier Island Fitness Center - 1 Cypress Knee Trail Kitty Hawk behind the Wal-Mart - 252-261-0100
Nor' Banks Sailing -- Duck. A wide variety of watersports from sailing lessons, windsurfing instructions and rentals to kayaking. Call 252-261-2900.
Carolina Outdoors -A division of Kitty Hawk Kites, Carolina Outdoors offers guided Kayak tours for everyone, from beginners to the advanced. Enjoy the scenic waters of the various Outer Banks sounds at any one of the seven locations. Kayak tours scheduled daily, for more information on locations and times, call toll-free 1-800-334-4777.
Grogs Watersports - 252-261-6866 -www.grogswatersports.com - located in Duck behind Sunset Grille, 1/2 mile north of the Water Tower. Get wet at Grog's: parasailing, sailboats, pontoon boats and waverunners.
North Beach Outfitters -Guided Kayak Eco-Tours will explore the tidal marshes and sounds and have a chance to see osprey, river otters, red wolves, and maybe dolphin frolicking in the sound. Great for most ages (must be over 30 pounds). Offers three different guided kayaking tours. Call 252-261-6262
Kitty Hawk Water Sports - 252-441-2756 - Milepost 16 Soundfront in Nags Head between Jurassic Putt & Millers Restaurant: surfing lessons, 4-stroke waverunners, climbing wall, wind surfing, kayaks, parasailing, bumper boats, sailing, authorized Hobie Cat Dealer and New in 07 Paradise Dolphin Cruises!
Nags Head Waterworks - 252-441-0477 - located on the north side of the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway across from Lone Cedar - Waverunner Rentals & Tours, Pontoon Boats, Kayak Rentals, Dolphin Watch Jet Boat, Sandy Beach and Picnic Area!!
Promenade Watersports - 252-261-4400 - located at the Promenade, at the foot of the Wright Memorial Bridge, Mile Post 0 in Kitty Hawk - largest riding area for jet skis - pontoon boats, kayaks, fishing boats, sailboats, windsurfers, parasailing, putting greens, driving range and lessons available.
Outer Banks Marinas & Fishing Information
Other popular Outer Banks Attractions include the several marinas where you can charter for fishing inshore and offshore, full and half days. Many of the marinas offer make-up charters if you do not have a full group. Details for reserving a charter or getting your name on a list for make-up charters vary at each Marina. Please call the reservationists at each location for details and to answer your questions.
Pirate's Cove Yacht Club - Located on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway right over the Big Bridge. Phone 252-473-3906 locally or 1-800-361-4728 toll free.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center - Located in Cape Hatteras on Hwy 12. Phone 252-441-6301.
Hatteras Harbor Marina -Located in Hatteras Village on Hwy 12. Phone 252-986-2166 local or 1-800-676-4939 toll free.
Broad Creek Fishing Center & Marina - just 10 minutes from Nags Head (Harbor Road in Wanchese Seafood Industrial Park on Roanoke Island) - headboat fishings 2 trips daily 252-473-5344 and charter fishing 252-473-9991.
The Crystal Dawn - 252-473-5577 - come join us for an exciting 1/2 day of fishing on the inlet or the sound. Convenient daily trips are available. Enjoy evening cruises which feature commentary on the Outer Banks' colorful history. Located at the Pirates Cove Yacht Club on the Manteo Causeway
The Country Girl - 252-473-5577 - enjoy gulf stream wreck fishing aboard the Country Girl. The boat departs at 7am and returns at 4:30 pm. Gulf Stream charters are available year-round that depart at 5:30am - call for reservations.
Inlet Charters Light Tackle Fishing - Capt Billy Griggs - 252-202-2174 - located in Nags Head with 30 years experience. Fish for stripers, red drum, speckled trout, king & spanish mackerel, flounder and cobia.
Corolla Bait and Tackle -Leave it to the professionals to set-up all your favorite fishing adventures. From Charter Fishing in the Currituck Sound, to Fly Fishing, Inshore or Offshore Charters, Family Pontoon Boat Fishing, Surf Fishing Classes, Head Boat fishing as well as Small Motor Boat Rentals, Rod and Reel Rentals and handheld GPS rentals. This is your one stop fishing shop. Call Capt Ray or Amy Golden 252-453-9500. Located in Corolla Light Village Shops, Corolla.
TWs Bait and Tackle - 3 locations: Kitty Hawk at Milepost 4, Nags Head on the bypass milepost 10.5 and Monteray Shopping Plaza in Corolla - 252-261-7848 - huge selection of rods, reels, lures, tackles and fresh and frozen bait - personalized, knowledgable and courteous staff.
Bobs Bait and Tackle 252-261-8589-located in the heart of Downtown Duck-come to Bobs for a great selection of rods, reels, fresh and frozen bait - xxx blood worms and instructions on how and where to fish and crab. Offering 15 different Charter fishing trips with make up trips available. Call for reservations.
Rental Equipment
Ocean Atlantic Rentals - For all your vacation rental needs, Ocean Atlantic Rentals offers beach equipment, baby equipment, bikes for all, cottage needs and small appliances, bed and bath linen, watersports equipment, and much more. Delivery on the entire Outer Banks, except 4-wheel drive areas. Make your reservations now call 1-800-635-9559.
Just for the Beach Rentals - 1-866-OBX-RENT -www.justforthebeach.com-Delivery from Nags Head to Corolla (sorry no 4 wheel drive though) - located at the Ocean Club Centre in Corolla 1 mile south of Harris Teeter - everything you need to enjoy your vacation - prebook on line and save 10% (Jan 1-Apr 15).
Metro Rental - Your Party and Equipment Store! Everything you need for your Outer Banks Celebration. From tents, tables and chairs, to linen, dinnerware, glassware, and all the accessories. Delivery and Pick-up from Corolla to Hatteras. For more information, pricing and to place your order call 252-480-3535.
Moneysworth Beach Home Equipment Rentals - On our site you will find all of the items needed to complete your vacation. We offer a full line of linens, beach equipment, baby equipment, bikes, kayaks, rollaways and more for rental. Our free delivery and pickup service on the Outer Banks (Corolla through Hatteras Village) and Virginia Beach is the best in the industry. 1-800-833-5233
Sandy Beach Tours - Sandy Beach Tours provides comfortable and stylish tranportation for everything from family reunions and weddings to corporate functions and guided tours. Choose from a super-stretch limo, 35 passenger motor coach or 50 passenger motor coach. Serving the Outer Banks including Roanoke Island and Norfolk Airport. Call for availability and pricing, 252-441-9800.
Outer Banks Suburban Limousine Service LLC - The Outer Banks only Superstretch Suburban Limo, accommodating up to 12 passengers, or for a smaller group, enjoy riding in a luxurious Vintage Rolls Royce Sedan. Voted "best limousine on the beach" providing exceptional service and beautiful well maintained vehicles. Contact Robert Via 877-751-8617 for more information.
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