Duck is a seaside town in Dare County in North Carolina with a very low population of fewer than 500 people. However it makes a wonderful getaway and is a popular vacation haven for families and couples alike. Duck surprises most people with its instantly loveable appeal.
5 Things to do in Duck, North Carolina, USA
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Duck has 7 miles of clean beaches, miles of bike path and a walkable village center featuring shops, restaurants, a park and a range of activities. Duck sits on the Atlantic Ocean. Here are 5 cool things to do in Duck.
1. Walk around Duck Town Park
On your vacation, be sure to make visit the Duck Town Park and Boardwalk. This is a fabulous 11-acre park area with green open space and it’s tucked into the small commercial district of Duck. It makes for a great walk as the soundside boardwalk connects the town’s commercial area to the Currituck Sound, nearly a mile along. Duck Town Park’s amenities include the Town Green, an amphitheater, a playground, a crabbing area, a picnic shelter and also features numerous walking trails through the maritime forest.
Duck, North Carolina
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2. Go Parasailing
Here in Duck you can live your dreams of flying high above the Outer Banks with only the sound of the wind in your ears! It’s an amazing way to see the Atlantic Ocean in all its glory. The company Duck Parasail can take up to three people at a time into the air on this exciting adventure. You begin and end your flight from the same seat on the back deck of their boat. This 12-passenger boats allow your friends and family to join you in the fun.
3. Go Wakeboarding
Adventure sports can be found in Duck and if you want to do waterski-ing, tubing or wakeboarding contact OBX Wakeboarding. They’ll take you out on the water, behind their MasterCraft boat and give you and your family an unforgettable experience. If you need lessons, their trainers are certified and experienced, and the boat captains are U.S. Coast Guard certified.
4. Visit the Aqua Spa
You’re here to relax as well and the Aqua Spa blends waterfront serenity with a nurturing spa experience. The staff are on hand to provide healing massages, organic facials, waxing, mineral make up and all sorts of beauty treatments. Bridal parties can toast to new beginnings overlooking the water while getting nails and faces perfected to honor the day. Couples find solace with relaxing treatments at the Aqua Spa.
Sunset at Duck
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5. Go Shopping
For a small village, amazingly, Duck’s shopping scene is impressive and even better – all the shops are locally owned. This makes it different from most towns and villages in tourist hubs – as these buildings are unique in character and away from the brand name chain stores. The shopping centers are all close together to make it easy to shop here. There is a gourmet market, an art gallery, some toy and book stores, gifts shops, women’s boutiques, watersports gear and outdoor clothing stores.
Duck makes a surprising and perfect get away from the big cities of North Carolina.