Watersports are some of the favorite things to do in Hatteras. Let us count the ways that people play on the water on Hatteras Island: windsurfing, kiteboarding, parasailing, standup paddleboarding, foilboarding, Jet Packing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, wakeboarding, sailing, Jet Skiing, surfing, body boarding, skimboarding, spearfishing, snorkeling, scuba diving … and we probably left something out. Hatteras Island watersports are made easier and more fun thanks to all the watersports outfitters and tour companies. Pick your sport, find a business to get you outfitted and in the right place and go out there and have fun with all the Hatteras watersports.
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58848 Hatteras Landing, Hatteras Landing, Hatteras
39432 N.C. Highway 12, Island Shops, Avon
24502 N.C. Highway 12, Waves Village, Rodanthe
794 Sunset Boulevard, TimBuck II Shopping Village, Corolla
819 Ocean Trail, Monterey Plaza, Corolla
1216 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square, Duck
3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5, Jockey's Ridge Crossing, Nags Head
307 Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Manteo
7517 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Whalebone Watersports Center, Nags Head
Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive selection of kites, flags and spinners, toys, apparel, gifts and games on the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Kites specializes in kites, from the single-lines for kids to high-tech stunt varieties. The stores also sell fun outdoor goodies such as flags, toys, boomerangs and games. You’ll find a wide selection of Outer Banks gear, beach sportswear and footwear from Crocs, Chaco, Hey Dude, Southern Fried and Life is Good apparel, t-shirts, sweatshirts, outdoor clothing, sunglasses and more. Kitty Hawk Kites also offers a number of adventure activities including hang gliding, kayak and SUP tours, lessons and rentals, parasailing, Jet Skis, dolphin tours, wild horse tours, historic tours and much more. The brand-new Whalebone Watersports Center on the Nags Head Causeway offers kayak fishing, Jet Skis, pontoon boat rentals and more. At Kitty Hawk Kites' Waves Village Watersports in Rodanthe, you can learn kiteboarding; buy and rent kiteboarding gear; rent a kayak, surfboard or standup paddleboard or climb the adventure tower/ropes course. Kitty Hawk Kites Hang Gliding School at Jockey's Ridge in Nags Head offers private lessons, beginner lessons, advanced lessons and training packages for hang gliding, as well as retail merchandise and sand boards available for rent.
Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive selection of kites, flags and spinners, toys, apparel, gifts and games on the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Kites specializes in kites, from the single-lines for kids to high-tech stunt varieties. The stores also sell fun outdoor goodies such as...read more
Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
There are so many entertaining Outer Banks activities that you couldn't possibly bring all the equipment you'll need on a vacation to cover it all. Luckily, you can rent just about anything you'll need once you're here. If you want to rent kayaks to do some exploring of the sound waters or to ride the waves, Ocean Atlantic Rentals will bring them to you. And though...read more
Over the last 70 years, Oregon Inlet Fishing Center has earned legendary status for its celebrated charter fishing fleet and proximity to the best fishing grounds. It earned this reputation as a no-frills facility, but big changes in 2024 have brought modernizations and upgrades to match its iconic status. A beautiful new, climate-resistant, two-story building elevated 11 feet above ground is now home to a...read more
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Outer Banks Jetovator is the newest watersports craze to hit the beach. It's an excellent activity for families and groups who want to get out on the water. Safely learn how to soar above the waters of the Pamlico Sound on either the Jetovator or the Hoverboard; it's an extraordinary experience that offers memories to last a lifetime. Individuals or groups of up to six...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
Jay Crawford, owner and head coach at Outer Banks Kiting, is a longtime Hatteras local. He spends his days on the water, kiting, foilboarding, standup paddleboarding, sailing or surfing every day he can. Jay knows the winds and waters of Hatteras well, and he’s been a coach for decades, so he really knows how to encourage and challenge students. At Outer Banks Kiting students of...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
The refuge’s visitor center, located on the northern end of Hatteras Island about 4 miles south of Oregon Inlet, is a good place to start a Pea Island visit. It gives an introduction to the ecosystems and wildlife of the refuge and the activities that are permissible there. You may also pick up informational brochures and trail maps. Restrooms and parking are available. You may...read more
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Primarily a kiteboarding lesson center, Radikal Kiteboarding offers both group and private lessons focusing on skill development and theory. All of their lessons take place in the water, and instructors personalize classes to meet individual needs. Radikal provides water booties, wet suits, helmets, kite gear and Jet skis for all lessons. Day-long lessons are available as well. They offer SUP, Jet ski and surfboard rentals...read more
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There’s something for everyone inside the REAL Flagship Store in the village of Waves. At REAL you’ll find one of the largest selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, beachwear, sunglasses, watches, footwear and accessories on the Outer Banks. They’ve got brands like Roxy, Billabong, Volcom, Patagonia, Lost, O’Neill, Rip Curl, Quiksilver, Sanuk, Reef, Nixon, Electric, Oakley, Costa, Yeti and more. REAL’s friendly staff will help you find...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
Ride Hatteras is a surf shop and watersports outfitter. The shop sells name-brand surf-inspired clothing and accessories for men and women along with all the recreational equipment you'll need for surfing, body boarding, windsurfing, kiteboarding and paddleboarding. Ride Hatteras offers surfing, windsurfing and kiteboarding lessons for beginner, intermediate or advanced riders. Equipment is tailored to meet the needs of the student and the wind conditions...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
Rodanthe Surf Shop exists for the love of surfing alone. This classic, surf-only shop is the place to get your own Hatteras Glass custom surfboard. This hardcore surf shop has no fluff or over-commercialized merchandise. They rent body, surf and standup paddleboards and offer lessons for adults and children. If your board happens to get dinged up, Rodanthe Surf Shop offers all types of surfboard...read more
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Sailing OBX is the sailing component of Rodanthe Watersports. You can rent a 16-foot Hobie cat, an 18-foot American daysailer or a Sunfish to sail on your own, and they'll give you lessons if you need them. If you prefer to let someone else do the sailing, they offer sunset charters on the American 18-foot Daysailor plus other daily trips. Ask about the possibility of...read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
Sailor Jo's offers customized standup paddleboarding excursions, lessons and eco tours and even provides all of the equipment. You can rent an SUP, schedule a private surf lesson, take a yoga class or share the fun and sign the gang up for an SUP party, choosing from flatwater and ocean adventures. read more
Water Sports in Hatteras
This is a very cool spot for hanging out by the sound. It got a little beat up in Hurricane Irene, but it’s been fixed up now. When you turn in, head to the right to the northwest corner of the lot. There you’ll find a parking area next to a small cemetery. The sound beach is a superb spot for fishing, launching a kite...read more
