Hatteras Island Travel Guide

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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
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.

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Where to stay in Hatteras Island

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South Rodanthe

While visiting South Rodanthe, you might make a stop by sights like Rodanthe Beach and Pamlico Sound.

South Rodanthe
Sunset beach sunrise North Carolina

Brigands' Bay

If you're spending some time in Brigands' Bay, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Pamlico Sound are top sights worth seeing.

Brigands' Bay
Amazing sunset

Hatteras Colony

Though Hatteras Colony may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach.

Hatteras Colony
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Ocean Isle Estates

While Ocean Isle Estates isn't home to many top sights, Hatteras Island Boardsports and Surf's Up are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ocean Isle Estates
Cape Hatteras Island in North Carolina beach town USA

Wimble Shores

While Wimble Shores isn't home to many top sights, Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wimble Shores
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Spindrift Banks

Spindrift Banks might not have many top sights, but Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Spindrift Banks
Hatteras Island Inn

Hatteras Island Inn

2 out of 5
46745 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is AU$140 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$140
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Always a pleasure to stay here. It’s not a luxury hotel, but it’s consistently clean and well maintained

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hatteras Island Inn
Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

3.5 out of 5
46677 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is AU$217 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$217
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
clean room

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging
Swell Motel

Swell Motel

2 out of 5
46854 NC-12 Buxton NC
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$161
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Buxton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
Hotel rate was bit high compared to other hotel .It doesn’t have beach access, which is why I was willing to pay the additional price.It was clean and quiet.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Swell Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly

Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly

Salvo NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Salvo. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions beach and Salvo Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
Ocean was visible from 2nd and rooftop balconies Pool was nice and clean easy access to the beach There were some ant issues in the kitchen if you left some thing on the counter overnight

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Family Affair oceanfront private pool Pet Friendly
The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

3.5 out of 5
58822 Marina Way Hatteras NC
Stay at this holiday home in Hatteras. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hatteras Landing Shopping Center ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (241 reviews)
Clean. Great location. Close to ferry. Beautiful sunset

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations
OCEANFRONT! BOARDWALK TO THE BEACH. COMPLIMENTARY AMENITIES! GUEST FAVORITE!

OCEANFRONT! BOARDWALK TO THE BEACH. COMPLIMENTARY AMENITIES! GUEST FAVORITE!

Rodanthe NC
Stay at this beach condo in Rodanthe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
Nice place! Host was very nice and efficient! Nice and quiet! We had a great time!

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

OCEANFRONT! BOARDWALK TO THE BEACH. COMPLIMENTARY AMENITIES! GUEST FAVORITE!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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