This Outer Banks Island Has 70 Miles of Wild Beaches and the Tallest Lighthouse in the U.S.

"Several local companies—such as Hatteras Parasail, Hatteras Watersports, and Slash Creek Outfitters—offer charter boats, rentals, and water gear, making it easy to get out on either the Atlantic or the Pamlico Sound." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines