Guide to Shelling in the Outer Banks

The secret is out, and beachcombers near and far are taking notice – the Outer Banks are a treasure trove for seashell hunters. While the region has plenty to offer in terms of beach appeal, shelling is a popular pastime that most beachgoers will explore to some extent. A successful hunt can yield beautiful finds – but only if you know where to look, and how to find the treasures buried in the sands of the best beaches on the Carolina coast.

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Outer Banks Ferry System Explained: Navigating To The Beach

The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division runs the second largest state-run ferry system in the United States, accommodating approximately 800,000 vehicles and 1.8 million passengers each year. The ferry system provides everyday service to and from 12 coastal destination points on seven routes via a 21-vessel fleet.

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The Top Hatteras Restaurants & Best Places To Eat

North Carolina’s Hatteras Island has a vast array of amusements for Outer Banks visitors like you to enjoy! Go explore the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse or visit the Frisco Beach. Take a ferry ride or play in the Atlantic Ocean. Of course, our guests love to eat at the many Hatteras Island restaurants for a genuine taste of coastal living, and there is plenty of fresh seafood to go around, for residents and visitors alike. For those who prefer a different cuisine, there are many restaurants that serve seafood alternatives, too. Here are some of the very best restaurants around Hatteras that you should have your taste buds set on!

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The Best Beaches Near Rodanthe To Enjoy!

The tiny community of Rodanthe NC is large in peaceful surroundings, quiet places to relax and isolated beaches. Visitors to this area aren’t looking for sands filled with beach umbrellas, sunbathers and volleyball nets. These visitors are looking for a place to kick off their flip-flops and wade in the shallows of the waters edge without tripping over someone else.

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