Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Tours

Rodanthe Bridge Sunset - The bridge is designed to be a sustainable solution to protect against storms. It is located at the northern end of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
Rodanthe Bridge Sunset - The bridge is designed to be a sustainable solution to protect against storms. It is located at the northern end of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
Bonner Bridge is one of North Carolina's most well known man-made structures of it's kind (The Linn Cove Viaduct on the Blue Ridge Parkway is probably the most well known). This location makes for a great getaway at the Outerbanks to spend an entire day (and night). The location is popular for fishing and is ideal for landscape and astro photography. You can have lots of fun on some of the dunes, although getting the sand out afterwards is a big hassle. This is one of my favorite images from this location. I love the warm light tones and the shadows that create a contrast in the foreground sand. It is created from a single exposure with only minor modifications made to adjust overall contrast and brightness. If you are interested in wildlife, the Pea Island Wildlife Refuge is nearby and is a very popular location. Thank you for stopping by. #NC #Sunset #Bridge #OBX #BonnerBridge #colorful #roadtrip #weekend #goldenhour #beaches #abandoned #USA #beach #history
The beautiful, and often secluded, Outer Banks of North Carolina. #BeachBound
This is one of the 3 original life-saving stations built in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. It was originally built in 1898 and used until 1988 when it was abandoned for another location just a few miles to the south. The station was restored and renovated in 2008, this was taken before the restoration project was started.

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Billy

If the hurricane season has been busy, be sure to contact the refuge office or the DOT to make sure Highway 12 is open!

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Great location for seeing migratory birds, especially swans

Popular places to visit

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center which includes boating, signage and fishing

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

4.5/5(66 reviews)

With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
Bodie Island Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

Bodie Island Lighthouse

4.5/5(331 reviews)

Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Aerial View of Beach Homes in Rodanthe North Carolina With Pilings in the Water at High Tide on a Sunny Day

Rodanthe Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rodanthe Beach during your trip to Rodanthe? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Rodanthe Beach
Ocean Pier in Golden Light of Sunrise

Rodanthe Pier

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Rodanthe Pier is just one of the places to see in Rodanthe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches in this family-friendly area.

Rodanthe Pier
An awesome place to take sunrise pictures!

beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach during your trip to South Nags Head?

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Jennette\'s Pier which includes a beach

Jennette's Pier

4.5/5(217 reviews)

Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.

Jennette's Pier

Best Lodging Options Near Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

Pamlico Station Edgecamp

Pamlico Station Edgecamp

2 out of 5
24267 North Carolina Hwy 12 Rodanthe NC
Pamlico Station Edgecamp
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