The Outer Banks consist of a collection of barrier islands along the North Carolina coast. The area is split into three regions, according to the Visitors Bureau: the Northern Beaches, Roanoke ...

Marisa Méndez, Senior Editor The beaches in Outer Banks stretch for more than 100 miles along the barrier islands that frame the eastern coast of North Carolina. These sands are known for their ...

Dozens of still-rooted tree stumps uncovered by beach erosion have given scientists a window into what North Carolina’s Outer Banks looked like before the arrival of Europeans. Nearly 30 stumps ...

Looking for a peaceful North Carolina beach getaway? Topsail Beach is the perfect low-key alternative to the Outer Banks, with stunning shores, local charm, and no crowds.

Looking for a coastal escape? Assateague Island offers wild horses, serene beaches, and fewer crowds than the Outer Banks.