Dare County

North Carolina

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a pier extending into the ocean.
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Popular cities in Dare County

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Nags Head
Known for Beaches, Sea and Fishing
Nags Head is calling! Discover its beaches, oceanfront, football and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Jennette's Pier
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park
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Kill Devil Hills
Known for Beaches, Sea and Monuments
Kill Devil Hills is calling! Discover its beaches, monuments, entertainment and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
  • Avalon Fishing Pier
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve
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Kitty Hawk
Known for Beaches, Sea and Waterparks
Relaxing Kitty Hawk awaits: its beaches, oceanfront, sunrises and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Duck Boardwalk
  • Sea Scape Golf Links
  • Kitty Hawk Pier
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Manteo
Known for Historical, Islands and Festivals
Come to Manteo and enjoy its island views, festivals and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Pirate's Cove Marina
  • The Lost Colony
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
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A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and residential areas.
Buxton
Known for Beaches, Islands and Fishing
Experience the beaches, sightseeing and fishing in Buxton!

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail
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Avon
Known for Beaches, Biking and Islands
Escape to Avon! Enjoy its island views, art and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Avon Fishing Pier
  • Ocean Air Sports
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Stay near popular Dare County attractions

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Jennette's Pier

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Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.
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