Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head

How to Enjoy the North Carolina Coast on Vacation

Nags Head is a favorite destination along North Carolina’s Outer Banks, and with good reason. Here you’ll find sparkling beaches, outstanding fishing spots, fascinating historical sites, and a wealth of shopping, dining, and water sports opportunity. In this post we’d like to take you on a quick tour of some of the area’s premier attractions. We’ll also provide some of the practical information you need to make the most of your visit.

Jennettes pier in nags head
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Fish to Your Heart’s Content

The waters around Nags Head are home to an abundant variety of fish species, with tuna, stripers, billfish, Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, and flounder among the more plentiful types. Jennette’s Pier is a choice spot for anglers to try their luck. It has a built-in tackle shop, a snack bar that serves scrumptious food, and a fully stocked tackle shop with rod and reel combos for rent or purchase. There is also a gift shop where you’ll discover one-of-a-kind mementos of your Nags Head getaway.

Feel free to bring the whole family with you to Jennette’s Pier. The spot is a perfect place for kids, with an aquarium, educational exhibits, and other child-friendly activities to educate and fascinate the little ones. The adjoining beaches are spectacular, with restroom and bathhouses close by.

If you prefer a quieter spot in which you cast your line, then try South Nags Head Pier or Outer Banks Fishing Pier. The fishing at both locations is great and the atmosphere is more laid-back than at mega-popular Jennette’s Pier. Or you might go over to Melvin Daniels Little Bridge on the Manteo Causeway. It offers lighted parking, public restrooms, nearby tackle shops, and its own gazebo.

Of course, you can also charter a boat and explore the area’s waters with the help of a local expert. Or simply fish along the shoreline. No matter what type of angling you prefer, you’ll find plenty to enjoy in and around Nags Head.

Swim, Surf, and Sunbathe at Our Local Beaches

What’s the first thing you picture when your thoughts turn to the North Carolina shore? Chances are it’s the endless miles of crystal sand that adjoin the coast. Nags Head is a perfect place to enjoy all the outdoor activities that make a trip to the Outer Banks so exciting.

The town of Nags Head has more than three dozen spots that offer easy access to the beach. Wheelchairs are available for the physically challenged. Visit the community’s official website for more information.

Shop, Dine, Hike, Hang Glide, or Local History and Culture, or Simply Relax

The recreational possibilities in and around Nags Head are truly limitless. And don’t forget to try some exquisite seafood at local restaurants! Make sure to visit the area soon. And, while you’re planning for your trip, remember that our choice vacation rental properties offer a level of service that motels and amateur innkeepers just can’t match. Browse our site and make your reservations today. We’ll see you soon along the Outer Banks.


Contact

Cola Vaughan Realty
PO Box 1375
Nags Head, NC 27959

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