One reason many people visit the Outer Banks is because of its world-renowned fishing. Whether you enjoy fishing from the pier or chartering a boat, the Outer Banks offers it all.
Depending on what type of fish that you want to catch, you should adjust the time of year that you visit the Outer Banks. Below is a list of the types of fish caught throughout the year.
April Bluefish, channel bass (red drum), grouper, snapper, croaker, sea trout, sea mullet, king mackerel, Wahoo, oysters, striped bass May King mackerel, bluefish, grouper, cobia, tuna, dolphin, Wahoo, crabs, soft crabs, sea mullet, blue marlin, striped bass, channel bass, Spanish mackerel, sot, croaker. June Blue marlin, white marlin, dolphin, Wahoo, cobia, king mackerel, bluefish, tuna, flounder, snapper, grouper, Spanish mackerel, crabs, soft crabs, shrimp, spot, croaker. July Dolphin, Wahoo, blue marlin, sailfish, white marlin, snapper, grouper, sea mullet, flounder, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, shrimp, crabs, soft crabs, spot, croaker. August Blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, dolphin, Wahoo, tuna, grouper, snapper, bluefish, flounder, Spanish mackerel, some croaker, speckled trout, spot, shrimp, crabs. September White marlin, blue marlin, sailfish, tuna, grouper, snapper, Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, spot, bluefish, speckled trout, sea mullet, channel bass, shrimp, striped bass. October King mackerel, tuna, bluefish, snapper, grouper, channel bass, spot, speckled trout, flounder, oysters, shrimp, striped bass. November King mackerel, tuna, bluefish, speckled trout, flounder, oysters, sea mullet, snapper, grouper, clams, striped bass. December Tuna, bluefish, flounder, sea bass, speckled trout, clams, oysters, sea trout, snapper, grouper, striped bass. January Trout, sea bass, bluefish, blue fin tuna, oysters, striped bass, bay scallops. February Trout, sea bass, blue fish, blue fin tuna, oysters, bay scallops, striped bass. March Grouper, sea trout, sea bass, bluefish, blue fin and yellow fin tuna, oysters, snapper, striped bass.
For details about fishing regulations, visit any Outer Banks bait and tackle shop or pier, or www.ncfisheries.net. For information on what is being caught, call the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Fishing Line at 877-298-4373, Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Summer is the best time to visit the Outer Banks. The moderate temperature and abundance of activities will never leave you bored. Even if you are just looking for a relaxing getaway, the Outer Banks will suit your taste. Since there are so many activities to choose from, we thought we would pick out some of our favorites for you to try while you are down here. Even if you are an experienced OBX traveler, enjoying some of these activities repeatedly, are just as fun.
Wild Horses of Corolla These animals are truly unique and majestic. Nowhere else can you see wild mustangs walking on the beach so close to the water and grazing amongst the beach houses. These creatures have endured more than 500 years of hurricanes and Nor’easters to become one of the biggest attractions of this area.
Golf The golf courses in the Outer Banks are simply amazing. They blend links style challenges with gorgeous views of water and landscape. There are many courses here to test your ability. Make your tee times in advance because golf is very popular in these parts.
Seafood It is imperative that you try some fresh seafood while you visit the OBX. From fish markets to seafood restaurants, there is nothing like fish that is so fresh it was swimming an hour ago.
Exploring From sand dune hikes to visiting many down town areas, exploring the Outer Banks can turn up some fun treasures. Hike the dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State park, or visit one of the many antique stores in the area to find that treasure you never knew existed.
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After the accommodations are booked and the activities are planned, you will need to figure out how to get to your destination in the Outer Banks.Whether you are traveling by car or plane, getting to the Outer Banks is easy.
Flying
Getting to the Outer Banks by air will first bring you to Norfolk International Airport ORF).This airport is approximately 90 miles north of the Outer Banks so, once you land, you will either have to rent a car, or arrange other transportation into the Banks.Airlines that regularly fly into ORF include American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, Southwest, and US Airways.There are other regional airports closer to the Outer Banks, but these airports are accessed by charter flight and private aircraft only.For a complete list of airports and air transportation, please visit http://www.outerbanks.org/travel_guide/getting_here/airports.asp.
By Car
With summer on the way, this is the perfect time for a road trip.Driving to the Outer Banks is easy and not as far away as you think.Here is a graph of driving distances from many nearby cities.
Many cities are within one or two tanks of gas, so a road trip to the Outer Banks can be affordable and fun.
