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Duck Beaches & Southern Shores
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The beaches of Duck are some of the most beautiful on the Outer Banks, and even recognized as one of the “Top 15 Family-Friendly Beaches in America”. It does, however, offer very little public access so the use of the beach is primarily by residents, renters, and their guests.
Southern Shores things to do, like much of the area, focus attention on the water. The Currituck Sound and the tributaries that flow into it provide gorgeous waterways for kayaking, and sailboats and motorboats dot the sound on every good weather day. You can wakeboard and waterski too!
amenities
Beach Access
Picnic
Restaurants Nearby
Restrooms
Showers
Gear Rental
activities
Biking
Fishing
Golf
Surfing
Swimming
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Amplified Music
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Dogs
No Fire Pits
No Fireworks
No Smoking
hazards
Jellyfish
Rip Currents
Sharks
Stingrays
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.