Dare County, NC

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

Nags Head
Known for Beaches, Sea and Fishing

Reasons to visit

  • Jennette's Pier
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse
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Kitty Hawk
Known for Beaches, Sea and Waterparks

Reasons to visit

  • Duck Boardwalk
  • Sea Scape Golf Links
  • Kitty Hawk Pier
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Manteo
Known for Historical, Islands and Festivals

Reasons to visit

  • Pirate's Cove Marina
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
  • The Lost Colony
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Kill Devil Hills
Known for Beaches, Sea and Monuments

Reasons to visit

  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
  • Avalon Fishing Pier
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Avon
Known for Beaches, Biking and Islands

Reasons to visit

  • Avon Fishing Pier
  • Ocean Air Sports
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Buxton
Known for Beaches, Islands and Fishing

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail
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Stay near popular Dare County attractions

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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

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This soaring brick lighthouse is among the very tallest in North America. It’s a great place to learn about American maritime history.
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