Jockey's Ridge
The tallest natural sand dunes on the East Coast. Climb up for sunset, or try a hang-gliding lesson.
- Open
- Every day; hours vary by season
- Price
- Free
- Time Needed
- 1–2 hours
- Address
- 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959Google MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- Off US 158 at milepost 12 in Nags Head.
Why Go
The dunes shift with the wind, and their height changes over time. Sunset from the top is the Nags Head ritual. Kitty Hawk Kites has taught hang gliding here for decades.
Tips
- The sand gets very hot in summer. Wear shoes.
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