This is the tallest natural sand dune formation on the East Coast, and it may undoubtedly be your children’s favorite activity on the Outer Banks. The dunes are constantly shifting, thanks to the forces of nature, but are comprised of three main peaks that pack as much sand as could fit into 6,000,000 dump truck loads! The dunes never “blow away” because competing Northwest and Southeast winds keep them in place. In addition to bounding up and rolling down the dunes, you can also take part in many small group clinics — like kayaking, crabbing, kite-flying and nature walks — offered through the park service.
Jockey Ridge State Park
Milepost 12 on US 158 bypass in Nags Head, Nags Head, Outer Banks, 27959, NC
