Things To Do in Duck, NC

You don't have to look hard for things to do in Duck, NC. The beach is the primary place for Duck recreation and Southern Shores outdoor fun, whether it’s swimming, surfing, fishing, sea kayaking, walking or just lazing in the sun. But don’t overlook the soundside. The Currituck Sound is the perfect place to sail, paddle a kayak, Parasail, Jet Ski, standup paddleboard or rent a boat Several Duck outfitters offer kayak tours and water sports equipment rentals on the sound.

Other than watersports, the things to do in Duck, NC, are pretty low key. There’s a paved bike path along N.C. Highway 12/Duck Road through Southern Shores and Duck, NC, that’s perfect for biking, jogging, walking and strolling babies. If your kids are looking for somewhere to skate, you might want to branch out of the things to do in Duck, NC, by taking them up to Island Revolution Skate Park in Corolla, (252) 453-9484, instead of turning them loose on the bike path.

Note that beach driving is not allowed anywhere on Duck, NC, beaches.

We give the address for many things to do in Duck, NC, as Duck Road, which is the same road as N.C. Highway 12.

Things to Do in Duck, NC: Exploring Southern Shores

There aren’t as many public beach accesses in Duck, NC, and Southern Shores as there are in the beaches farther south and in Currituck, so you’ll have to hop in the car to find those. Southern Shores is a mainly residential area just south of Duck, NC. While there may not be as many diversions as there are among the things to do in Duck, NC, you can find enough to fill several days with activity. Get out and about in the beautiful maritime forest when you run, walk or bike along the town’s bike paths. For a more manicured take on the environment, try a round of Outer Banks golf on the impeccably landscaped courses. Thrill seekers will love water parks and escape rooms (located on the other side of the bridge). Or you can nurse your nostalgia by spending an afternoon browsing through comic book stores.

 

Things To Do in Duck NC by Category or Location

Carolina Shores Electric Bikes OBX

8568 B Caratoke Highway, Harbinger
(252) 599-0040

E-bikes are not only a fun way to explore the Outer Banks, but also a convenient and inexpensive way to get around without getting caught up in summer...read more

E-bikes are not only a fun way to explore the Outer Banks, but also a...read more

Charter fishing on the Outer Banks is one of the most popular activities. Thousands of visitors and locals take advantage of the excellent fishing these...read more

Charter fishing on the Outer Banks is one of the most popular activities. Thousands of...read more

Corolla & Duck Parasail

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
1446 Duck Road, North Duck Watersports, Duck
(252) 261-4200
(252) 256-2663

Soar high with Corolla & Duck Parasail's licensed, 100-Ton Master Captain owner-operators. They are based in northern Duck, conveniently serving...read more

Soar high with Corolla & Duck Parasail's licensed, 100-Ton Master Captain owner-operators. They are based...read more

Duck Town Park

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
1200 Duck Road, Duck
(252) 255-1234

Be sure to visit the Duck Town Park and Boardwalk. This fabulous 11-acre soundside green space is tucked inside the Village of Duck. The soundside boardwalk...read more

Be sure to visit the Duck Town Park and Boardwalk. This fabulous 11-acre soundside green...read more

Just For the Beach Rentals

520 Old Stoney Road, Corolla
(252) 453-9388
Toll Free
(800) 629-7368

Just For The Beach Rentals offers gear delivery from South Nags Head to Corolla. Want to plan your own kayak tour? Just for the Beach Rentals has sit-on-top...read more

Just For The Beach Rentals offers gear delivery from South Nags Head to Corolla. Want...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
Multiple locations
(877) 359-8447

Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites Watersports Center

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
1216 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square, Duck
(252) 441-4124
Additional phone number
(877) 359-8447

At the Kitty Hawk Kites Watersports Center on the sound in Duck, you can rent Jet Skis, book a parasailing tour, rent a pontoon boat, book a kayak tour or...read more

At the Kitty Hawk Kites Watersports Center on the sound in Duck, you can rent...read more

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
Multiple locations

Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all the Outer Banks has to offer, from the wind and waves to flat water...read more

Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all...read more

Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports

Thing To Do in Duck, NC
1314 Duck Road, Duck
(252) 489-4490
With tons of rentals and activities, a surf boutique and great restaurant onsite, Nor’Banks offers one-stop shopping for all the best of the Outer Banks....read more
With tons of rentals and activities, a surf boutique and great restaurant onsite, Nor’Banks offers...read more

Outer Banks Sporting Events

P.O. Box 265, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 599-6997

Outer Banks Sporting Events is an event-planning nonprofit that organizes multiple fitness events throughout the year. One hundred percent of the net...read more

Outer Banks Sporting Events is an event-planning nonprofit that organizes multiple fitness events throughout the...read more

Scott Lawlor Yoga

(252) 573-9801

Scott Lawlor is a highly trained E-RYT 500 YACEP yoga teacher based on the Outer Banks. Scott is a founder and co-creator of Kind Yoga in Kill Devil Hills,...read more

Scott Lawlor is a highly trained E-RYT 500 YACEP yoga teacher based on the Outer...read more

Aqua Spa blends waterfront serenity with a nurturing spa experience. The expert service providers will guide you with healing massage, Ayurvedic treatments...read more