Things To Do in Nags Head: Surfing & Bodyboarding

You can probably imagine that in a beach town, surfing rules the things to do in Nags Head. Surfing in Nags Head, NC, is made easier with numerous businesses that offer lessons, rentals and sales of the gear you’ll need. Nags Head surf lessons are held summer through fall, and most businesses offer wetsuits if the water is cold.

Cavalier Surf Shop

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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One of the oldest surf shops on the Outer Banks, Cavalier is a family-run operation and is known for providing great customer service in sales and rentals. You can buy or rent hard or soft-top surfboards, bodyboards and skimboards. They also offer private or group surfing lessons with a focus on safety and surfing etiquette. Lessons are a great way to get started in surfing...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive selection of kites, flags and spinners, toys, apparel, gifts and games on the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Kites specializes in kites, from the single-lines for kids to high-tech stunt varieties. The stores also sell fun outdoor goodies such as...read more

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all the Outer Banks has to offer, from the wind and waves to flat water adventures. At Kitty Hawk Surf Co., you can find a huge selection of new and used kayaks, kayaking gear and equipment, standup paddleboards, surfboards, Zap skim boards, wetsuits and more. You can also find top selections...read more

Outer Banks Boarding Co.

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Outer Banks Boarding Co. is a boardrider's paradise with friendly and knowledgeable staff and a great selection of equipment for surfing, bodyboarding, skateboarding and skimboarding. They rent surfboards of all kinds that are suitable for all skill levels – from the novice soft-top longboard to the board for the seasoned pro looking for the newest in surfboard technology. OBBC also has an in-house expert shaper...read more

Outer Surf

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Outer Surf is a woman-run surf business offering surf camps and surf lessons for kids and adults. They have all-girl and all-women lessons and clubs as well as lessons for boys and girls or anyone who wants to learn to surf. The hub is a beach road location with space for indoor training, art classes, yoga, surf films, special events and more. The shop sells...read more

Secret Spot Surf Shop

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Outfit yourself to surf, skate or sun. This shop is a longtime favorite offering custom-made Secret Spot surfboards as well as used boards, boogie boards, standup paddleboards and more. Check out the retro collection of surfboards on the ceiling. You also can rent a board or get a surf report, and lessons are available. The whole family can shop for summer apparel, including bathing suits,...read more

Whalebone Surf Shop

Surfing & Bodyboarding in Nags Head

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Locally owned and operated since 1975, Whalebone has all the gear you need to outfit the whole family for the beach. They stock all the major surf brands with a large variety of sportswear, sandals and cool Whalebone logo tees. This is a great place to find a new swimsuit, with a full line of women’s suits and separates, children’s suits and tons of swim...read more