2025 Ocracoke Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

So Dandy:  Dog Friendly, convenient to r...

If you are looking for the calming Ocracoke Island lifestyle, this vacation home is ready to welcome you. You don't need to leave your dog behind, So Dandy is pet friendly! Thoughtfully designed, this single floor plan home is furnished for your...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Sandpiper's Nest: Within walking distanc...
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Sandpiper’s Nest is a comfortable, cozy two-level, one bedroom condo located within painless walking distance of Silver Lake harbor, Ocracoke’s Lighthouse, stores, and eateries. Appreciate your morning coffee on the front porch as you watch the...

  • Ocracoke
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Activities for Kids

There may not be any major amusement parks or shopping malls on Ocracoke Island, but kids seem to have no problem staying entertained. On your next Ocracoke Island vacation, be sure and visit these fun, educational and altogether engaging...

Saunder's Cottage offers an open floor p...

This modern island home has an open floor plan downstairs, vaulted ceilings in the great room and bedrooms, charming wood trim, roomy kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. There are three decks and two screened-in porches with rocking chairs and...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks Museums

The Outer Banks is rich in history, from the early explorers who first set foot on its shores 400 years ago to the groundbreaking first flight that launched modern aviation. Every community has a story and a resonant heritage, and as a result, the...

Off the Deep End: Indoor heated pool, ho...

Off the Deep End features Ocracoke's only Private On-Site Indoor Heated Swimming Pool, a Hot Tub, sound and marsh vistas from upper deck, and so much more. Appreciate a one of a kind Ocracoke Island home offering comfortable furnishings, a...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The 8 Best Beach Blankets and Towels for 2025

If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...

Ocracoke Wild Ponies

Seasoned visitors to Ocracoke Island love to soak in its rich heritage and culture which dates back to the 1500s, and features some legendary and longstanding residents. Some of the most popular Ocracoke locals are the Wild Ponies, which are...

Poker House: Waterfront home on a canal ...

Savor the island’s natural beauty from this Ocracoke vacation bungalow. Located in the Oyster Creek neighborhood over the third bridge, this bungalow overlooks Pamlico Sound and has backyard access to the canal on two sides. It is a boaters or...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Ocracoke Island Lighthouse

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...

Surf Fishing Guide

When it comes to surf fishing, it’s hard to beat the coastline of North Carolina. Well known for hundreds of miles of beaches where record-breaking catches are landed on a regular basis, the North Carolina shoreline is arguably one of the top...

Recovery Room:  Pet friendly, spacious h...
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Appreciate this trendy, cavernous pet friendly Ocracoke Island home. Rest and relaxation will be part of your Ocracoke vacation in this calming setting. Recovery Room offers unusually enormous rooms that are a favorite with visiting families. The...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Ocracoke Harbor

The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...

The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Once Upon A Tide:  Waterfront home, on a...
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Savor this waterfront home located on a modest canal leading to the Pamlico Sound. Once Upon A Tide offers a phenomenal hideaway for kayakers and nature lovers. Appreciate expansive vistas of the shallow water canal, neighboring salt marsh, and...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.