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Outer Banks: Sand Hills

A dog digs on an Outer Banks beach

Carolina Dunes and Sand Hills are adjoining communities that are located within walking distance to the ocean, sound and jogging/bike paths. Cherish the views of both the ocean and sound from the crest of the dunes or relax on the wide ocean beaches. You’ll revel in the peacefulness of this quiet beach community.

Sand Hills Amenities

  • 3 Beach Accesses:
  • Access #1 – between Old Squaw Dr. and Sprigtail Dr.
  • Access #2 – between Canvasback Dr. and Wood Duck Dr.
  • Access #3 – between Pintail Dr. and Widgeon Dr.
  • Soundside Pier (on the Soundside end of Canvasback Dr.)

Northern Duck Map

Duck Beach – Lifeguard Stands

COMMUNITY RESTRICTIONS

  • All items left on the beach or under/on walkways to beach before 6:30am and after 6:30pm are subject to confiscation as well as a civil penalty. Please take all beach gear back to your rental each night. 

Town of Duck - Tent/Chair/Shade Restrictions:

  • Set ups must allow for 15 feet, from the base of the dune, travel lane for emergency access and must not be closer than 10 feet to dune vegetation or turtle nest.
  • Set ups must not be closer than 50 feet, in any direction, from a lifeguard stand, emergency, or beach access.
  • Tents may not exceed 12x12, cannot be taller than 9 feet, cannot be tied together with another tent (unless they are perpendicular to the shore), must be spaced 10 feet from each other, and guy wires may not extend beyond the 12x12 max limit.
  • All shade structures must be secure.

Travel Tip: Community Amenities/ Restaurants/ Non-Essential Businesses

Community amenities, restaurants, gyms, etc. may have modified hours or other limitations during your stay. Brindley Beach Vacations cannot guarantee nor do we have control over the availability of these businesses. We suggest you call ahead to local businesses to confirm their hours, purchase tickets, or make advanced reservations when possible.