2025 Kitty Hawk Activities Guide

Inside, the Aycock Brown Welcome Center is a treasure trove of area information, and visitors will find hundreds of pamphlets on local attractions and activities, area menus, vacation rental and real estate catalogs, and local guide books. In addition, the Visitors Center offers dozens of coupons and coupon booklets for Outer Banks vacationers, making it an attractive first-stop after arriving on the OBX for visitors who love a good bargain.

Located in one of the Outer Banks most beautiful wooded areas, the David Paul Pruitt, Jr. Park is a small recreation area just off the Bypass near the entrance of Kitty Hawk Woods. It’s a family-oriented neighborhood playground that has play equipment for both young and older kids inside a fence-enclosed area and picnic tables on the outside near the parking area. Included are slides, jungle gyms and swings, along with a rare find at playgrounds these days - the popular push-jump-on-and-ride-merry-go-round. Nearby is a multiuse path for all family members to enjoy biking, walking or jogging. The shaded path winds in and out of roadside trees for about two miles, ending at Sandy Run Park, which features a beautiful boardwalk loop through the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve.The playground and path were named to honor Pruitt’s 20 years of service to the Town of Kitty Hawk as council member and mayor pro tem and his service to the country during WWII in the 82nd Airborne and later as Master Sergeant with the U.S. Air Force.David Paul Pruitt, Jr. Park is located next to the Dominion Power building on Woods Road and is open to the public.

Dock of the Bay Marina carries everything and anything you may have forgot for your boat trip. Conveniently located in Kitty Hawk Bay, the marina is a must-stop before your sailing excursion.

Ready for an exciting adventure on the waters of the Atlantic? Hac-n-Sac Charters will take you and five others out on the seas for a day filled of fishing and sight-seeing. Reasonably priced and worth every penny, the charter trip is a no-brainer when visiting the Outer Banks.

*Currently, Kitty Hawk Pier is only open to guests of the Hilton Garden Inn Kitty Hawk* In 2003 the historic Kitty Hawk Pier was smashed by Hurricane Isabel after it had just undergone $300,000 in renovations. Purchased in 2006 by Kitty Hawk’s new Hilton Garden Inn, the pier was remodeled and then reopened in 2008. The newly renovated Pier House now serves as a unique setting for wedding receptions and other social events, enhanced by the environment and tradition of the Outer Banks. But the pier itself still remains open to the public for fishing -with a purchased pass.Sitting on high pilings over the Atlantic Ocean, the Pier House is 2200 square feet and features a beautiful natural wood interior with high ceilings and rafters and seating for roughly 125 guests. The bride and groom can have their wedding ceremony right on the beach, their first dance on the pier deck, a reception inside the Pier House and their honeymoon at the Inn, without having to travel anywhere.The Inn, which sits just behind the pier is staffed with wedding coordinators who will make all the arrangements.

Lori Douglas is a premier photographer specializing in fresh, fun, and modern Wedding, Family, Children, and Senior photography on the beaches of The Outer Banks of NC. She looks forward to capturing the magic of your family's love and memories!

Tranquility and serenity are number one at Lotus Day Spa & Boutique. Located in the Buccaneer Walk Shops at milepost 4.5 in Kitty Hawk, NC. Opened in 2007 by Dawn Ladd with her desire to offer the residents and visitors of the Outer Banks something different. Lotus Day Spa & Boutique specializes in Microdermabrasion, facial, massage, reflexology, manicure and pedicure treatments. Lotus Day Spa & Boutique is your source for Dermalogica Skin Care products as they are exclusively used at this salon. A variety of services are available at Lotus Day Spa & Boutique. Facials-choose from 50 minute lotus blossom, 70 minute rebirth facial or a series of microdermabrasion treatments. Massage- 50 minute lotus massage, 70 minute tranquility massage or a 45 minute reflexology service. They offer manicures and pedicures using OPI and Essie products. A complete list of services and prices are online. If you want to take a piece of the Spa back home with you, make sure you stop by the boutique for a one-of-a-kind treasure. We have salt lamps, homemade jewelry and local photography. https://lotusdayspaobx.com/  

Elizabeth specializes in beach portraits. She loves capturing families interacting with each other and preserving these unique bonds. Capturing the intimate moments is what Elizabeth enjoys most. Preserve your special day with photos that will make you smile as you reminisce while spending a lifetime together. A lot goes into planning a family vacation or wedding, so why not bring home the memories with vivid and unique photography that captures your time spent in the Outer Banks? Contact Milepost Portraits for a reservation and enjoy lasting photos of your Outer Banks stay.

For more than 30 years, Moneysworth Beach Equipment & Linen Rentals has been making your beach vacation packing list shorter and your stay in the Outer Banks more relaxing. With FREE DELIVERY AND PICK-UP to all beach rentals from Hatteras to Corolla, Moneysworth provides the equipment you need to relax at the beach, enjoy the great outdoors, and spend quality time with friends and family in your home away from home.  

Walk, Run, Just Have Fun! From Corolla to Avon, family-friendly, weekly 5k racing on the Outer Banks. Everyone gets a t-shirt, medal, light snacks and refreshments at our post race party. A veteran owned business, The OBX Running Company brings you professional road race, multi-sport and swim events in a family friendly environment. We have a long standing commitment to building a better community through racing. We are always available to meet your fitness and recreation needs. At The OBX Running Company, "We'll Race You!"  The OBX Running Company partners with local charities providing services to families and individuals in need.

Spearheaded by paddling enthusiast and former biologist Jack Crouch, who first launched his company in 2013, Outer Banks Paddleboard is now one of the premier providers of stand-up paddleboarding adventures on the Outer Banks, with lessons, tours, and rentals readily available throughout the central Outer Banks and miles beyond.

Ready to face the great outdoors with a new and exciting challenge? Call The Outer Banks Waterfowl and Fishing Guide Service for a fishing or hunting adventure of your choice!

Sea Scape Golf Links is a course that you will not soon forget. Located one block from the ocean, this beautiful course offers great scenery that guarantees a memorable morning on the course. The course offers both Twilight (over 12 years old) and Junior (under 12 years old) rates so you can bring your daughter or son for a day of golf. The layout of the course was designed by Art Wall, a former Master’s Champion. You are sure to have a great experience on the beautiful greens of Seascape. 

From jet skis to stand-up paddleboards, there are lots of ways to have fun and fully enjoy the waters of the Outer Banks with Stoke Dispensary. Based in Kitty Hawk but able to provide adventures throughout the OBX from Duck to Nags Head, this all-encompassing watersports center is a great destination for tours, lessons, rentals, and everything under the sun when it comes to exploring the miles of waters that the North Carolina coastline is renowned for.

Weddings, events, DIY studio, boutique and rentals and home grown flowers from The Flower Field. Bells & Whistles grow their own flowers on a half acre piece of land in Currituck from which they create beautiful arrangements specifically for you. Specializing in custom decor and floral design for your anniversary, birthday, dinner party and wedding. Unique fresh cut arrangements using color and texture are a specialty of Bells & Whistles. Bells & Whistles has received numerous awards and recognitions including The Best of Weddings 2013 by The Knot.  Your event decor should be as unique as you are. Bells & Whistles creates a proposal according to your needs and desires based on your unique personality, style and, of course, budget. If you’re a hands on bride, you can rent the equipment from Bells & Whistles. Vases, fabric, votives and lanterns are all available for you to choose from. Bells & Whistles also offers a DIY studio so you and your bridesmaids can have a fun filled afternoon. For a minimal fee, they provide necessary tools, assistance with design and storage for your creations. Check out their website for a comprehensive gallery of services, link to their blog and kudos from previous clients.

Turf's Up OBX is a unique sports club offering the opportunity to enjoy world-class custom designed HD golf, baseball, soccer, zombie dodgeball and a dozen other games using ultra high quality simulation technology. Practice indoors. Get golf lessons from a pro. Keep warmed-up during the off-season. Or just enjoy good company and a little competition with friends. Turf's Up is an exciting, fun entertainment experience where friends, families, and competitors can gather indoors to enjoy world class custom designed HD golf and sports simulation technology to play, practice, and compete.

With more than 7,500 square feet, TW’s new store in Nags Head is chock full of a wide selection of fishing and hunting gear. Racks of popular clothing lines,  including Aftco Bluewater Wear, Salt Life and Pelagic, and sunglasses and hats are available in the attractive and sunny store. Hunting apparel from Browning and Columbia, as well as supplies like ammunition and other hunting accessories are in stock along with an extensive range of fishing rods, reels and tackle.   Fish-y gifts, jewelry and décor, and fun clothing items for infants and women, can also be purchased.  There’s even a fully-stocked beverage cooler so anglers can pick up their cold drinks before heading out for a long day on the water.