Kitty Hawk, NC is a family-friendly beach town with miles of gorgeous coastline and close proximity to Outer Banks attractions! Kitty Hawk, North Carolina is located just south of the Wright Memorial Bridge and lies between the coastal communities of Southern Shores and Kill Devil Hills. Drive down the Beach Road in Kitty Hawk and you'll see charming beach cottages and striking views of the Atlantic. The beautiful seashore, wide selection of vacation rentals and coastal hospitality make Kitty Hawk, NC a perennial favorite of Outer Banks' vacationers.

Most of Kitty Hawk, NC  has a very low dune line and offers some of the best unobstructed ocean views on the Outer Banks! Our wide selection of Kitty Hawk vacation rentals includes everything from elaborate oceanfront retreats to charming clapboard-sided cottages. Kitty Hawk vacation homes located on the soundside are perfectly positioned for viewing incredible sunsets or taking family walks along the quiet residential streets. If ocean views are your choice, Kitty Hawk vacation rentals on the Beach Road are ideal. For those looking for the best value in a Kitty Hawk vacation, rental homes located "Between the Roads" (between NC 12 and the 158 Bypass) offer easy beach access coupled with affordability. 

Kitty Hawk, NC is primarily known in relation to the Wright Brothers. Orville and Wilbur Wright spent three years in Kitty Hawk preparing for their historic flight on December 17, 1903.  Unlike longtime beach destinations such as Nags Head, Kitty Hawk didn't become a true vacation town until the 1930s. Kitty Hawk was originally a quiet fishing village with little development. Once the Wright Memorial Bridge was constructed, beach-loving tourists were able to visit Kitty Hawk from the mainland. 

Understandably, the beautiful beaches are the focal point of Kitty Hawk. Enjoy clean, picturesque coastline with numerous public beach accesses. Ocean Rescue patrols the beaches and offers several fixed lifeguard stands. You'll see happy families playing in the waves and relaxed beachgoers lounging in the sun.

In addition to sand and surf, Kitty Hawk offers fantastic restaurants and nearby shopping. Relax with a cocktail on the patio of Ocean Boulevard or enjoy panoramic views from the Black Pelican. For a classic burger and milkshake, you just can't beat John's Drive In on the Beach Road.

Many Outer Banks' attractions are just a short drive away from Kitty Hawk. Jockey's Ridge and the Wright Memorial are just a few miles down the road, and a visit to historic Roanoke Island is a wonderful way to spend your afternoon.

If nature and abundant wildlife interests you, Kitty Hawk Woods shouldn't be missed.  Unknown to most tourists, this coastal reserve is a haven for deer, rare birds and a diversity of other wildlife. Over 1,800 acres of forest and wetlands comprise Kitty Hawk Woods.

Kitty Hawk is reminiscent of the beaches of yesterday and a favorite destination for many Outer Banks visitors. Spend your next vacation on the beautiful beaches of Kitty Hawk, NC! Search our wide selection of Kitty Hawk vacation rentals to find the perfect home for your family!

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