Beaches in the Tri Villages: Rodanthe, Waves & Salvo

The beaches in the Tri Villages: Rodanthe, Waves & Salvo meld into one another as you head down the Atlantic coastline. Like many of the other beaches along the Outer Banks, the beach along the Atlantic is wide and backed by dunes. These beaches are perfect for those looking for a little solitude and seclusion. The farther south you go, the less development you'll find, as the beaches are managed by the National Parks Service.

Kitesurfing is also a big deal in this area of the Outer Banks, primarily on the sound. The main location for kiteboarding is in the towns of Salvo and Waves. You'll find excellent facilities to learn, buy gear, or just access the water. If it's windy, don't miss out on seeing something unique. Tourists can head over to Watersports in Waves and grab a table on the patio at Waterman's Grill and watch the kiters zipping across the calm waters of the sound. The Tri Villages have the main commercial campgrounds of the Outer Banks, and if you are towing an RV, this is where you'll likely find yourself set up. In addition to camping, the local realty agencies have an extensive selection of cottages for rent.

Website: www.outerbanks.org

Address: 1 Visitors Center Circle, Manteo, NC 27954

Phone: 937-996-3155

Entrance fee: $2/sightseeing pass

Google rating: 4.5/5.0