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Help us make it rightJockey's Ridge State Park is a North Carolina state park in Dare County, North Carolina in the United States. Located in Nags Head, North Carolina, it covers 426 acres (1.72 km²) and includes the tallest active sand dune system in the eastern United States. It is the most visited park within the NC park system. The park is a day-use only park and has no campgrounds. Jockey's Ridge contains...
The 420 acres of this park encompass the tallest sand dune on the East Coast (about 80 to 100 feet). Walk along the 360-foot boardwalk from the visitor center to the edge of the dune. The climb to the top is a challenge; nevertheless, it's a popular spot for hang gliding, kite flying, and sand boarding. You can also explore an estuary, a museum, and a self-guide trail through the park. In...
So it is hot in August and sand is hot. We visited early in the morning and I’m glad we did. As soon as we got there a staff member sought us out to show us a box turtle they had just rescued from the...
One cannot say that they have experienced the Outer Banks without seeing the sunset from Jockey's Ridge. Absolutely stunning. A few tips:
1. Arrive at least 1 hour prior to sunset; gives time to amble up and into the dunes, enjoying the trek while finding...
Don’t miss out on this. See it for yourself. Walk up the soft sand of this enormous sand dune. Do it just before sunset and take in the beauty and wonder around you. Kids are running around the dune, families are gathering, couples are enjoying...
Last evening proceeded to watch Sunset accross the sand dunes..an atmosphere of festival and adventure.. walking/running up & down the dunes, families flying kites, all relaxed and enjoying themselves..the entire spectacle was beautiful..the Sunset memorable
A trip to the OBX always has to include a trip to Jockey’s Ridge. Whether it’s to learn how to hang glide (highly recommend, so fun!) or to fly a kite, or to just run up and down the dunes, it’s a fun outing for...
Two of the highest sand dunes on the East Coast are located here, providing excellent take-off points for hang gliders.
If you can brave the long, hot, sandy hike to the top of the ridge, you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the ocean, sound and surrounding towns.
This beautiful 400 acre park encompasses the highest living sand dune on the East Coast and has numerous features including a self guided trail called "Tracks in the Sand", a picnic area, and a visitor center. Scheduled nature programs are available and visitors can enjoy activities such as climbing the dunes, hang gliding, and kite flying while at this park.
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