Outer Banks Shopping

Beach Supplies

Ahhhh, you finally get out on the beach to relax, an activity you’ve waited all year to do. Then you realize that you’re out of sunscreen, didn’t bring enough towels, wishing you had a surfboard and the rest of your clan is loudly expressing their desire for snacks. Luckily for you, Outer Banks beach supply shops are bountiful and nearby to assist you in your beach needs. You can rent kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards and bikes at surf companies to broaden your range of activities to do on the beach. Check out swim companies to find swimsuits, towels and sunglasses to stay stylish in the sand. Of course, no beach trip is complete without some good munchies to enjoy, so stop by a convenient store or general store to pick up some locally made snacks. If you’re in the mood to do some fishing, there are plenty of tackle shops where you can get a rod and bait as prepare to reel in some catches. Speaking of catches, these Outer Banks beach supply shops are catches that will help make your beach trip even more delightful and comfortable.  


Outer Banks Shopping by Area

Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island

Outer Banks Shopping by Category

Askins Creek Store

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
42676 N.C. Highway 12, Avon
(252) 995-6283

Askins Creek Store is located at the southern end of Avon and open year-round. This general store has a good selection of beach apparel and quality...read more

Askins Creek Store is located at the southern end of Avon and open year-round. This...read more

Birthday Suits

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Multiple locations

Celebrating more than 35 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear – in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for...read more

Celebrating more than 35 years as an Outer Banks shopping mecca, Birthday Suits is a...read more

Breeze Thru Avon

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
40374 N.C. Highway 12, Avon
(252) 995-3347

This drive-thru beverage store offers a huge variety of beer, wine (no hard liquor) and beverages, and you never have to leave your car – the cartender...read more

This drive-thru beverage store offers a huge variety of beer, wine (no hard liquor) and...read more

Cavalier Surf Shop

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
4324 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 13.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-7349

One of the oldest surf shops on the Outer Banks, Cavalier is a family-run operation and is known for providing great customer service in sales and rentals....read more

One of the oldest surf shops on the Outer Banks, Cavalier is a family-run operation...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
270 Irvin Garrish Highway, Community Square, Ocracoke
(252) 928-4563

With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites is a well-known retail powerhouse on the Outer Banks. Their Ocracoke location boasts an...read more

With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites is a well-known retail...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Multiple locations
(877) 359-8447

Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites boasts an impressive...read more

Kitty Hawk Kites has been teaching the world to fly since 1974. With 10 retail...read more

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Multiple locations

Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all the Outer Banks has to offer, from the wind and waves to flat water...read more

Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all...read more

Mermaid's Folly

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
259 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 921-0159

Mermaid’s Folly stocks affordable and tasteful casual clothing for dress up or dress down. This fun shop boasts a large selection of men's and women’s fine...read more

Mermaid’s Folly stocks affordable and tasteful casual clothing for dress up or dress down. This...read more

Oceans East Bait & Tackle

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
7405 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head-Manteo Causeway, Nags Head
(252) 441-7413

Oceans East Bait & Tackle on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway has been in business for more than 40 years. With three locations along the East Coast, they...read more

Oceans East Bait & Tackle on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway has been in business for...read more

Ocracoke Variety Store

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
950 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-4911

The Variety Store is the one-stop island shop where you'll find fresh produce, hand-cut meats, beer and wine and almost all of your grocery needs. It's also...read more

The Variety Store is the one-stop island shop where you'll find fresh produce, hand-cut meats,...read more

Outer Banks Boarding Co.

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
103 E. Morning View Place, The Bypass, MP 10.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-1939

Outer Banks Boarding Co. is a boardrider's paradise with friendly and knowledgeable staff and a great selection of equipment for surfing, bodyboarding,...read more

Outer Banks Boarding Co. is a boardrider's paradise with friendly and knowledgeable staff and a...read more

Ride the Wind Surf Shop

Outer Banks Beach Supplies
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
486 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-6311

Ride the Wind Surf Shop is your Ocracoke Island resource for surfboards, bathing suits, apparel, accessories, sunglasses, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and...read more

Ride the Wind Surf Shop is your Ocracoke Island resource for surfboards, bathing suits, apparel,...read more