Things To Do in Nags Head, NC: Nature & Outdoor Oriented

Natural wonders and outdoorsy opportunities are some of the best things about the Outer Banks, Nags Head, NC, included! The things to do in Nags Head, NC, offer so many ways to get outside and experience nature, from hikes through maritime forest to scrambling over sand dunes to boat tours on the sound. 

Jennette's Pier

Nature & Outdoor Oriented in Nags Head, NC
7223 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 16.5, Nags Head
(252) 255-1501

In 2021 Jennette’s Pier celebrates its 10-year anniversary since reopening in 2011 as part of the North Carolina Aquariums division. Known as “the place to be” in Nags Head during the summer season, anglers catch a wide variety of fish while sightseers can watch brown pelicans overhead and bottlenose dolphins swimming in the sea.

The pier is surrounded by wide, clean public beaches, free parking...read more

In 2021 Jennette’s Pier celebrates its 10-year anniversary since reopening in 2011 as part of...read more

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

Nature & Outdoor Oriented in Nags Head, NC
8770 Oregon Inlet Road, off N.C. Highway 12, Nags Head
(252) 441-6301

It's all about making fishing memories at this legendary Outer Banks marina. A fleet of 48 boats offers a variety of fishing excursions at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center year round (weather permitting). Nearshore, inshore vessels offer half-day or full-day trips, while the headboat offers a choice of morning or afternoon inlet/sound fishing. Offshore vessels travel to the Gulf Stream, where anglers enjoy a full day on...read more

It's all about making fishing memories at this legendary Outer Banks marina. A fleet of...read more