I grew up on the Outer Banks and I’m sharing my must-have beach trip essentials so you can take to the dunes prepped for the ...

Marisa Méndez, Senior Editor The beaches in Outer Banks stretch for more than 100 ... the tallest in the United States), as well as their campgrounds and 4x4 beach driving. The northern shores ...

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

Camping is another popular option ... The weather makes the Outer Banks enjoyable year-round, but, like any beach town, it's most popular in the summer months. Crowds are thinned out between ...

The Outer Banks — a 130-mile stretch of beach towns off the North Carolina coast — offer rich historical memories (it’s home to one of the first havens for freed slaves), gorgeous stretches ...