One of the great things about vacationing on Hatteras Island is the convenience of being able to drive on the beach (with the proper permitting, of course). But another great thing is that if you don’t have an ORV or choose not to drive out, there are several well-maintained public access points for you to walkover. As we are a national seashore, we have the good fortune of having the National...
2 years into a global pandemic, we are finally starting to peek our heads out with confidence that we can start to really live again. After 2 years of losing everything from loved ones to relationships to jobs to actual time itself, we are finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. Perhaps not where we are fully ridding the world of Covid-19 but adapting to a life...
The best beaches are in and the “Lighthouse Beach” in Buxton has made Dr. Beach’s list of top 10 beaches for 2022. With Ocracoke Island’s Lifeguarded Beach, also on Cape Hatteras National Seashore, holding the top spot, the Outer Banks is holding firm as the nation’s hottest spot to visit again and again. Dr. Beach: Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka “Dr. Beach”, is a Professor and Director of the...
Did you know that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore was the nation’s first official national seashore, established in 1937? Its purpose was to preserve, which has helped sustain the island’s natural beauty, creating the scenic treasure that brings you back to the seashore year after year. While this is a National Park, there are certain required permits and licenses that are in place that help park officials preserve these lands...
Perhaps you’ve heard the catchy phrases “turn around, don’t drown” or “if in doubt, don’t go out”. Maybe you have a general idea of what they mean and maybe you don’t. Either way, knowing swim safety isn’t something you should kind of know, it’s something you should know like the back of your hand, because come test time, there is only pass or fail. Of course, we don’t want to...
Did you know the Outer Banks was ranked the number one “Best Family Beach Vacation in the USA”? It’s no surprise to us that our little slice of heaven shines proudly from the top of the list. With clean, white beaches, the scenic byway, enough history to fill 20 textbooks and plenty of ways to keep even the largest thrill seeker happy, it’s kind of a given! Hatteras Island literally...
All About that Beach There are a million ways to experience the beach. Fishing, sunning, swimming, shelling, reading, running, walking, watersports and so much more! Obviously beaching it on our sunny shores is the number one thing to do when summering on Hatteras Island! Actually Vacation It’s not unheard of to need a vacation from your vacation–just a few days to catch up on rest from all of the go-go-go....
It’s no secret that Hatteras Island is at its peak in the warmer months. Everyone strives to come to the beach in the spring, summer and fall, and who can blame them? The sun is high in the sky and the salty breeze sets a tone for perfect memory making. The warmer waters are ideal for swimming, diving, fishing and a plethora of water sports. It’s essentially paradise. …But what...
Previously, Hatteras Island has been enjoyed by its guests as a seasonal vacation destination, mainly in the summer. As people have started to experience and fall in love with our shoulder seasons, local businesses have been finding ways to better cater to our fall guests as well. With that, we have curated a list of the “top three must-try’s” for the remaining fall season on Hatteras Island. 1. Brunch at...
The holidays are a‘coming and no matter the time of the year, we always like to integrate the beach into our theme one way or another. With Halloween on the horizon, there are tons of ways to incorporate a little sea salt into life. One idea? Sea Salt Popcorn Balls! No tricks here. Check out our recipe below for a spook-tacular treat that will port you straight to the beach!...
If you’re eating at a Hatteras Island table be sure to bring an elastic waistband, because just when you think you can’t stuff any more in, they start passing the desserts. Here enters the delicious Hatteras Cake. Hatteras Cake Recipe: Ingredients: 1 lb Raisins 2 c Flour 1 ½ c Sugar 2 tsp Cinnamon 1 tsp Nutmeg 1 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Salt ½ c Butter, Melted 1 c...
A holiday table isn’t complete without a vegetable or two. For those who don’t do collards, give cabbage, its more subtle green counterpart, a try! Boiled Cabbage Recipe: Ingredients: 1 Head of Cabbage, Cored and Quartered 5 Strips of Bacon ¼ tsp Onion Powder Chicken Broth Pinch Baking Soda Salt Black Pepper Directions: 1. Fry the bacon in the bottom of a stock pot or Dutch oven. 2. Add enough...
