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Nags Head Beach Zone 3
Kill Devil Hills
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Kill Devil Hills

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Kill Devil Hills is the oldest official town on the Outer Banks, and arguably, one of its most popular destinations. Located in the middle of the central Outer Banks and bordered by miles of attractions, activities, shops, and restaurants, (and not to mention miles of ocean,) Kill Devil Hills offers vacationers a world of things to do and see.

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activities

Biking

Biking

Surfing

Surfing

Swimming

Swimming

Volleyball

Volleyball

prohibitions

No Alcohol

No Alcohol

No Amplified Music

No Amplified Music

No Camping

No Camping

No Cars on Sand

No Cars on Sand

No Fire Pits

No Fire Pits

No Smoking

No Smoking

No Vehicles

No Vehicles

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High Surf

High Surf

Jellyfish

Jellyfish

Rip Currents

Rip Currents

Stingrays

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.