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Currituck
North Carolina Outer Banks
Couple on the enjoying the beach in the fall. 


Summer at
the Beach

Welcome to Currituck County’s official travel and tourism website. This site is designed to provide you with tools to plan a memorable vacation to North Carolina’s best keep secret on the east coast.

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse and geese.

A variety of activities, accommodations, community events, festivals, restaurants, and exciting things to do are featured on this website. We hope you enjoy learning about Currituck’s rich heritage and numerous tourism attractions.

Where to stay is always at the top of the list when planning a vacation getaway. Our lodging section is designed with you in mind. It will help make your stay at the Currituck Outer Banks restful and enjoyable. Choose from: 

  • resort rental homes
  • quaint bed and breakfasts
  • innshotels
  • lodges
  • campgrounds

Feel free to browse our website for the best of Currituck County, and please e-mail us at info@visitcurrituck.com if we can assist you or answer questions.


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Currituck County Visitor's Guide.

Feel free to browse our website for the best of Currituck County, and please e-mail us at info@visitcurrituck.com if we can assist you or answer questions.

...more than the ocean
 ...more than a vacation         
   ...it's more than you imagined!

Beaches – The sun-kissed beaches of the Currituck Outer Banks offer fun for the entire family. Surf, swim, relax, build a sand castle, or search for that perfect seashell.

Corolla Wild Horses See these magnificent wild Spanish mustangs that roam the beaches of the Outer Banks, and learn how you can help protect them for future generations.

Events - There is always something exciting happening in Currituck County.   Explore the Events Calendar to enjoy the charm of the Outer Banks.

Wildhorse on the Currituck, Outer Banks

Weddings - With the area’s natural beauty and relaxed way of life, it’s the perfect place to combine your destination wedding with a romantic honeymoon getaway. Happily ever after begins on the Currituck Outer Banks…

Golf Play a round on some of North Carolina’s best golf courses.  Lush greens and challenging fairways offer a great day of golf for players of every skill level.   Enjoy customized golf packages and specials offered through the Outer Banks Golf Association.

Shopping It’s in the bag! Browse Currituck County’s many antique, gift and specialty shops, as well as farm markets and vineyards.

History Currituck is a county rich in heritage with many historical significant sites. Since it was founded in 1668, Currituck citizens have cultivated their own identity filled with history and culture.

Visitor Informational Centers The County’s two tourist information centers are designed to meet the needs of visitors by offering brochures, maps, directions, and all the information to plan a dream vacation.

Canal in rural Currituck North Carolina

Currituck Government Find information on local government services at the County’s Internet website: www.currituckgovernment.com.

 

For information on SMOKE ALERTS concerning the Wild Fires in Eastern North Carolina and Southeast Virginia go to: www.erh.noaa.gov/akq/

Sun drenched shorelines pave the way for non-stop family fun this summer on the Currituck Outer Banks! 

Two boys at the beach with net.

Double your delight with twice the water for twice the summer fun.  The Currituck Outer Banks, a sandy strand of barrier island that hugs the Northeastern North Carolina coast line, has two big ways to stay cool this summer.  Visitors can enjoy the sun and surf of the Atlantic Ocean on one side, or take in the serene, scenic expanse of the Currituck Sound on the other side of the island. 

Everyone in your family will have fun on the Currituck Outer Banks, not just the beach lovers.  Local boutiques and diverse dining offer fun for all. 

Two boys at the beach with net.

 
Come sample scrumptious offerings that range from succulent, local seafood to ethnic cuisine from around the world.  Handmade jewelry, area crafts, and unique gift shops dot the highways from the state line to Corolla. 

Why not take your family on an outing to Currituck Heritage Park?  Crab, kayak, or learn about the diverse history of the area at the Whalehead Club, Wildlife Education Center or the Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

Wild horse tours, golfing adventures, and sound side strolls… summer is always more than you imagined on the Currituck Outer Banks!