Kill Devil Hills, Outer Banks, NC

Current Weather

7 /10

85°F

Feels like 93°F

Mostly Cloudy

11 mph

Today's Recommendations:

• Perfect beach day - bring sun protection!

Must Knows

Central location with great beach access

Wright Brothers National Memorial is must-see

Best variety of restaurants and nightlife

Avalon Pier and fishing opportunities

Perfect base camp for exploring all of OBX

Sights Worth Seeing

Wright Brothers National Memorial

Historic site commemorating the first powered flight with museum, monument, and replica planes.

historic aviation museum monument

Good for: history education families photography

Must-see historic site where aviation history was made.

Wright Brothers National Memorial

Historic birthplace of aviation with museum, monument, and reconstructed camp buildings.

historic aviation museum Wright Brothers

Good for: history education families national landmark

Must-visit historic site where the Wright Brothers made first flight.

Nags Head Woods Preserve

Protected maritime forest with hiking trails, diverse wildlife, and educational programs.

nature preserve hiking wildlife maritime forest

Good for: hiking bird watching nature photography education

Rare maritime forest ecosystem with excellent hiking trails.

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Avalon Fishing Pier

Popular fishing pier with tackle shop, bait, and great surf fishing opportunities.

fishing pier surf fishing tackle shop bait

Good for: fishing family activity beginners pier walking

Well-maintained pier with full-service tackle shop and snack bar.

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Nags Head Woods Preserve

Protected maritime forest with hiking trails, diverse ecosystems, and educational programs.

nature preserve hiking trails maritime forest education

Good for: hiking nature bird watching education

Rare coastal forest ecosystem with excellent trail system.

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Wright Brothers National Memorial

Historic site commemorating the first powered flight by the Wright Brothers on December 17, 1903.

Historic Site Memorial Aviation History

Good for: History Buffs Families Educational Tours Photography

Open daily 9am-5pm. Admission fee required. Visitor center with exhibits and gift shop.

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Avalon Pier

Historic 705-foot fishing pier extending into the Atlantic Ocean, offering fishing, sightseeing, and stunning ocean views.

Fishing Pier Ocean Views Historic Photography Fishing

Good for: Fishing Ocean Views Photography Sunrise/Sunset Sightseeing

Open year-round. Pier pass required for fishing. No pass needed for walking and sightseeing. Great spot for sunrise photos.

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Wright Brothers National Memorial

Historic site commemorating the first powered flight by the Wright Brothers on December 17, 1903.

Historic Site Memorial Aviation History

Good for: History Buffs Families Educational Tours Photography

Open daily 9am-5pm. Admission fee required. Visitor center with exhibits and gift shop.

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Avalon Pier

Historic 705-foot fishing pier extending into the Atlantic Ocean, offering fishing, sightseeing, and stunning ocean views.

Fishing Pier Ocean Views Historic Photography Fishing

Good for: Fishing Ocean Views Photography Sunrise/Sunset Sightseeing

Open year-round. Pier pass required for fishing. No pass needed for walking and sightseeing. Great spot for sunrise photos.

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Top Restaurants & Bars

Mama Kwan's Grill & Tiki Bar

Popular tiki bar and grill with fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and live music in a fun island atmosphere.

tiki bar seafood live music tropical

Good for: nightlife groups tropical drinks live music

Famous for strong drinks and lively atmosphere with regular live entertainment.

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Jolly Roger Restaurant

Family-owned oceanfront restaurant serving fresh seafood and steaks with beautiful beach views.

oceanfront family-owned seafood steaks

Good for: families ocean views fresh seafood dinner

Long-standing local favorite with consistent quality and ocean views.

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Henry's Beef & Seafood

Upscale steakhouse offering prime cuts, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list for special occasions.

steakhouse prime cuts wine list upscale

Good for: special occasions date night business dinners fine dining

Premium steakhouse with excellent service and quality.

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Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill

Vibrant Mexican-inspired restaurant with fresh seafood tacos, margaritas, and coastal fusion cuisine.

Mexican-inspired seafood tacos margaritas coastal fusion

Good for: casual dining groups happy hour seafood tacos

Creative coastal Mexican fusion with excellent margaritas.

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Outer Banks Brewing Station

Local brewery and restaurant with craft beer, pub food, and live music in a relaxed atmosphere.

brewery craft beer pub food live music

Good for: craft beer casual dining groups local brews

Popular local brewery with excellent craft beer selection.

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Coffee & Breakfast

Sunrise Coffee

$

Early-opening coffee shop with fresh bagels and pastries.

early-hours bagels

Open early for sunrise beach walks.

Gear Rentals & Activities

Beach Outfitters

Complete beach rental service with chairs, umbrellas, surfboards, and boogie boards.

beach chairs surfboards boogie boards umbrellas

Delivery available to rental properties throughout Kill Devil Hills.

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Beach Access & Parking

Getting to the Beach

Avalon Pier offers paid parking and beach access
Multiple public access points with free parking
Wright Brothers Memorial parking can fill up quickly
Beach driving permitted with proper permits

Safety & Local Tips

Stay Safe & Respect Local Guidelines

Lifeguarded beaches during summer season
Wright Brothers Memorial has separate rules and hours
Watch for kiteboarders and windsurfers in water
No smoking on beach

Essentials (Grocery, Pharmacy)

Food Lion Kill Devil Hills

Large grocery store with full deli, bakery, pharmacy, and extensive selection of vacation essentials.

Main grocery store with in-store pharmacy and full services.

Outer Banks Brewing Station

Local brewery and bottle shop with craft beer, wine, and gourmet food items.

Local brewery with unique craft beer selection and gourmet foods.

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