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Dare County

The Top 15 Attractions in Dare County

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Dare County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Dare County is a region where 15

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 30, 2025

Wright Brothers National Memorial

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Unfortunately, the memorial is only open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - plan ahead!

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Cape Hatteras Light Station

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The lighthouse was built in 1870 replacing its 1802 predecessor. In 1999 it had to be moved a half mile because it was in danger of falling into the Atlantic …

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First Flight Sculpture at Wright Brothers National Memorial

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Outdoors, no cost; very worth visiting.

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The Lost Colony

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In 1585, under the leadership of Sir Walter Raleigh, the first British colony on American soil was founded here. However, it was not a lasting one. After the colony was …

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Kitty Hawk Pier

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Kitty Hawk Pier is perfect for relaxing and enjoying this beautiful sandy beach. Even with simple equipment, you can capture stunning shots of pelicans, eagles, seagulls, and the colorful beach houses typical of the Outer Banks (OBX).

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Elizabethan Gardens

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Nestled within Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, The Elizabethan Gardens offer ten acres of lush pathways, seasonal blooms, and historic sculptures. Visitors can enjoy native plants, a butterfly house, and …

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Cape Hatteras Ferry Terminal

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This is where the ferries go to Ocracoke Island. During the day they run every 30 minutes to 1 hour, you don't need to reserve. From Ocracoke you can drive …

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Buxton Beach

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Luckily, when we were here, the work crew to fill up the beach with sand pumped from the sea had moved on the day before, otherwise we would have had to climb over pipes to get to the water

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Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

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The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum honors the thousands of shipwrecks off North Carolina’s coast and explores the region’s maritime history from piracy and war to storms and rescue missions. …

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Jockey’s Ridge State Park

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Jockey’s Ridge State Park is home to the tallest living sand dunes on the East Coast, rising and shifting with the wind above North Carolina’s Outer Banks. You can hike …

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