Whalebone
Nags Head
Popular places to visit

Jennette's Pier
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.

Outlets Nags Head
You can do some window-shopping at Outlets Nags Head during your stay in Nags Head. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Admire the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic coast, explore the maritime forest and see the shallow Roanoke Sound body of water in this unique state park.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Top hotels in Whalebone

Mia's Boutique Hotel
great beds!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Sea Foam Motel
It was nice ocean front..wish the patio was more private..not enough chairs for each room outside..view was amazing..rooms are dated..beds were very comfortable that was a plus..the staff was very nice and very helpful..we did not have hot water the first night..but they fixes it as soon as i Emailed ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Kind and courteous staff. And the location is right across from the pier. Perfect location and the rooms/ hotel looks to be upgrading everything. I.e of the feature of their the door locks, with keypads, no hassle having to worry about a key card.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Shutters on the Banks
Everything was great. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
My room was impeccably clean and comfortable. The continental breakfast was fresh, and had good selections. All staff were helpful. Loved that the beach was just a few footsteps away.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Pool and hot tub was down our hold stay, kids was ready loud in the building, windows was very dirty didn’t hv a balcony just straight woods and air condition units running as our view
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whalebone

Ocean Side Court
If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.


