In recent years, North Carolina’s Outer Banks have become a popular summer vacation destination. Attracting tourists year after year, the Sand Barrier Islands are full of enchanting beauty, endless recreational fun, and history. As the northern city of the Outer Banks, Corolla can give you the vacation you deserve. You’re sure to have an unforgettable vacation relaxing and playing on the wide, endless beaches of the Carolina coast.
The white sand beaches present the perfect opportunity for vacationers to fully relax and become the ultimate beach bum. Spend your afternoons basking in the warm sun, strolling along the water’s edge, or reading your favorite novel that you haven’t had a chance to open for months. When the sun shines overhead and you start to get warm, take a dip in the cool ocean water and let the spray from the waves instantly cool you down. There is no better way to relax than listening to the waves of the sea gently come in and go out.
Corolla’s beaches are full of activities and fun and can keep everyone busy for hours. Experience an entertaining time by letting the wind take you on an adventure over the waves while windsurfing or catching a big wave while surfing. Rent a kayak or canoe and create your own exploration adventure. The white sand beaches are the perfect opportunity to team up and start your own game of volleyball.
If you and your fellow vacationers are full of energy and in need of adventure, try an ATV tour from All Back Country Outfitters & Guides. Hop into a four-wheel drive SUV and discover more than 30 miles of beach, dunes and countryside. On your two-hour expedition, your knowledgeable guide will enlighten you on the history, nature, and ecology of the Outer Banks. Be sure to find the renowned wild Spanish Mustangs.
If history is your interest, you’ll be glad to find that the Outer Banks is full of time gone by. Built in the 1920s by a wealthy industrialist for hunting expeditions, the Whalehead Club sits on 39 acres of beautiful waterfront property. Known as the “jewel by the sea,” visitors can enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour to discover Art Nouveau architecture or experience an exciting ghost tour.
Next door you’ll find the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, towering more than 160 feet above the landscape. Built in 1875, this brick lighthouse is open from April to November. Climb to the top for a magnificent view of the Carolina coastline and be sure to stop by the lighthouse museum to take home a special keepsake.
If outdoor adventure is what you crave, take a trip to Carolina Beach State Park located on Pleasure Island. Go on an adventure walking through the woods and see where the boardwalks take you as you cross the tidal marshes. As an excellent spot for bird watching, be sure to bring your binoculars for an up-close view.
A short drive south will take you to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, known for some of the best fishing and surfing on the East Coast. With several programs for children, your children will love learning how to catch crabs and clams and hearing stories of pirates from the past. While you’re there, stop at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Museum, where you can learn about the first flight and see the 60-foot granite monument.
Whatever your vacation plans, try staying at a Corolla Vacation Rental and be amazed at the wide variety of options to choose from. There are many homes, condos, and villas available on or near the beach, along with excellent golf courses, shops, restaurants, and more. You and your companions will love all the comforts of a vacation home away from home.
