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Duck, North Carolina remains a largely residential community where you can relax and kick back along the seashore of the Outer Banks.

Even though Duck has changed as much as any other Outer Banks destination over the past 20 years, you can still find miles of pristine, sparkling sand and countless water-based activities right outside your Duck NC vacation rentals. The fine sand, which seems to stretch on forever, invites guests to soak up the warm North Carolina sun. Water sports await, offering you swimming, boogie boarding, and body surfing. Simply walking for hours can also become an adventure since the Outer Banks offer excellent shelling on the oceanfront.

While you certainly expect to pursue a variety of activities in and around the water, there are at least two activities that cannot be missed due to their superior quality in the Outer Banks. What allured the Wright brothers back in the early 1900s and which now attract recreational enthusiasts, the constant winds that sweep over the Outer Banks create the perfect conditions for windsurfing and sailboarding. Whether you are a beginner just trying to get your feet wet or an expert, this is one activity that you absolutely must attempt.

Beyond windsurfing, the other activity that you should try at least once while staying in your Duck NC vacation rentals is fishing. The Outer Banks are known as one of the top fishing spots in the world since the Gulf Stream, which is teeming with marlin, sailfish, and tuna, lies only 12 miles offshore. Even if you don’t bring a trophy catch back to your Duck NC vacation rentals, the experience is always memorable and exciting for vacationers of all ages. While fishing can occupy a day of your vacation, there are also a variety of nearby outlets where you can rent jet skis, boats, and kayaks for even more water-filled adventures.