Things To Do Near Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo North Carolina

The Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo area is the ideal location to enjoy the most locations on the Outer Banks. Being a central location it is about 45 min from Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Manteo and Wanchese on Roanoke Island, 45 min from Hatteras Village and one hour to the Hatteras Ferry Terminal

Fishing

Sit back and relax fishing on the beach, make memories on a chill inshore charter or brave the ocean on an epic offshore chater.

  • Fishing
  • Kid Friendly
  • Adventure
  • Bird Watching

Rodanthe Pier

Family friendly pier offering fishing, rod and reel rentals, and souvenirs. Beautiful place to go and watch the sunrise!

  • Fishing
  • Photography
  • Kid Friendly

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

A paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers. The bird list for Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge has over 370 species!

  • Bird Watching
  • Photography
  • Hiking
  • Kid Friendly
Woman in kiteboarding on the ocean

Surfing, Sail Boarding and Kite Boarding

The waters around Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo are perfect for a variety of water sports. Whether you're into surfing, kiteboarding, or stand-up paddle boarding. Page Coming Soon!

  • Kid Friendly
  • Adventure
  • Water Sports

Oregon Inlet Life Saving Station

Wonderful area to walk, take photos and enjoy the beach. The building is currently not open to the public.

  • Photography
  • Historic Location
  • Walking

Chicamacomico Life-saving Station

Get a glimpse into the past and the heroic efforts of the life-saving station, the precursor to the modern-day Coast Guard.

  • History Museum
  • Historic Location
  • Photography
  • Kid Friendly
  • Walking
juvenile loon resting near the cape hatteras beach

Bird Watching

The Outer Banks is an amazing place to see many types of migratory and sea birds. Info Page Coming Soon!

  • Bird Watching
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Kid Friendly

Camping

Camping and Rv Parks are a Wonderful way to enjoy the beach! Nothing beats roasting marshmallows in the outdoors or enjoying the extra amenities at the RV parks.

  • Kid Friendly

Graveyard Run Skate Park and Playground

Located at the Rodanthe Waves Salvo Community Building. There is a basketball court, covered picnic area, and playground.

  • Kid Friendly

Beach

Spend a Day on the beach! information on beach activities, access points, and safety.

  • Fishing
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Shelling
  • Kid Friendly

Top 3 activities South of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo

For More activities on Hatteras Island check out some of our other towns. Buxton | Frisco | Hatteras

Hatteras Lighthouse

Coastal Horseback Riding

Coastal Horseback Riding

Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

Top things to do North of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo

Bodie Island Lighthouse

  • Nags Head
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Historic Location

Nags Head Woods Preserve

  • Nags Head
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Bird Watching

Jennette's Pier

  • Nags Head
  • Fishing
  • Photography
  • Kid Friendly

Jockey's Ridge State Park

  • Nags Head
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Kite Flying
  • Kid Friendly

Wright Brothers National Memorial

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • Kid Friendly
  • Historic Location
  • Museum

Roanoke Island Festival Park

  • Roanoke Island
  • Kid Friendly
  • Interactive History
  • Hands-On Exhibits
  • Museum

Roanoke Maritime Museum

  • Roanoke Island
  • History
  • Museum

North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

  • Roanoke Island
  • Hands-On Exhibits
  • Kid Friendly

Coastal North Carolina Refuges Gateway Visitor Center

  • Roanoke Island
  • Kid Friendly
  • Hands-On Exhibits
  • Hikeing

Island Farm

  • Roanoke Island
  • Kid Friendly
  • Interactive History
  • Historic Location

Elizabethan Gardens

  • Roanoke Island
  • Walking
  • Photography
  • Historic Location

Dare County Airport Museum

  • Roanoke Island
  • History Museum

Fort Raleigh Visitor Center

  • Roanoke Island
  • Kid Friendly
  • Walking
  • History Museum
  • Historic Location

The Lost Colony

  • Roanoke Island
  • Historic Location
  • Kid Friendly
  • Historic Play