Places to Visit

Besides the beach, here are a few places you and your furry friend can visit...

The Wright Brothers National Memorial
(252) 441-7430
This is the site of the world's first controlled powered flight by the Wilbur and Orville Wright on December 17, 1903. Explore the Visitor Center that features full-scale reproductions of the Wright 1903 Powered Flyer. Dogs must be on leashes, and the leashes must not exceed six feet in length.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
(252) 441-7132
Jockey's Ridge is the largest living sand dune on the East Coast. Dogs must be on leashes, and the leashes must not exceed six feet.

Nags Head Woods Preserve
(252) 441-2525
You may bring your leashed dog on the quiet gravel road running through the Nags Head Woods Preserve; however, pets of any kind are not allowed on the trails. Dogs must be on leashes, but there is no length requirements.

Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
(252) 473-2111
Here, the first English settlement -- the legendary Lost Colony of Roanoake Island -- was founded in 1587 by Sir Walter Raleigh. Dogs must be on leashes, and the leashes must not exceed six feet in length.

Cape Hatteras National Seashore
(252) 473-2111
Cape Hatteras National Seashore welcomes dogs year-round. They must be on leashes at least six feet in length and under control at all times. Always clean up after your pet.