Surf on Carova Beach
North Carolina beaches are one of the best places in the south to enjoy the ocean. The Outerbanks are crowded with fantastic beaches like Duck Beach, with its Army Research Pier, or Ocracoke Island, former home of the infamous pirate Edward Thatch, a.k.a. Blackbeard.

Duck Beach:
This beach is just full of Old Beach charm, and is near the historic Army Research Pier.

Ocracoke Island:
Cape Hatteras National Seashore is the home of this former home of Blackbeard.

Outerbanks:
This series of beautiful beaches is North Carolina’s premier vacation destination.

Carova Beach:
The crashing surf of this beach is a favorite of body-boarders.