Avon, NC

Head south of the Tri-Villages through the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Avon appears on the cape. Avon, NC, is primarily a destination for water and beach activities. Still, people and their families come to relax, get away from their jobs, or just enjoy nature. There are more shops and places to eat than in the smaller villages just north, but it still maintains a small but mighty presence in Outer Banks.

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Avon, NC

South on NC12 from Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo is Avon. Famous for the Avon Fishing Pier, the historic village is a beautiful place to experience nature. Originally named Kinnakeet, Algonquin for ‘that which is mixed,’ Avon began as a place where Native tribes and English settlers co-mingled. Avon, NC, is a great place to fish, but the village built its reputation on boat building. Avon rests on Hatteras Island, where cedar and oak trees grow. The trees created boats from the Colonial days and Civil War times. With the only chain grocery store, restaurants, and medical center on Hatteras Island, Avon is a town vacationers love to visit, hit the spa, play some mini golf, or just enjoy unspoiled nature. Water sports are abundant, but there are plenty of quiet places to explore the water by kayak or paddle board in Pamlico Sound.

Avon, NC

Avon, NC, is a great place to enjoy some amenities on OBX but still treat yourself to some nature activities. Located south of the Tri-Villages in southern Hatteras Island, it is a great spot to explore popular activities. Some include Avon Pier to fish or enjoy the shop and view, visit the Koru Beach Club for family-friendly activities and events, or experience the thrill of water down by the beach. Shopping and dining are also the best here or anywhere on Hatteras Island, along with nighttime music and dining out.

What to do in Avon

is one of the most popular activities in Avon, NC, at the Avon Fishing Pier. Grab a nice catch or stay for the views. Bait and tackle are available, as well as fishing rods for rent. Studio 12 offers classes in pottery making, painting, and creating various types of art. Try different styles, join a group lesson with the Atlantic, offer training, and set up expeditions. Rent equipment or purchase from Frank and friends and family. For more active sports, get out on a surfboard by visiting Ride Hatteras Surf Shop for lessons and rentals. They also offer kayaks, windsurfing equipment, and more. Avon Harbor Sailing offers lessons, trips, and sunset experiences. Dolphins can be seen in the water around the area. Boat tours are available all around Outer Banks for different excursions. Ready to hit the beach? Visit the Avon beaches for views and activities. Avon Beach is also dog-friendly! For a unique experience in Avon, try the OBX Jetovator, a jet-propelled water sport that will make you feel like you’re flying high above the water. Scuba enthusiasts will find a home at Bermuda Triangle, OBX, a certified dive center in Avon. Dive trips can take you into the Graveyard ofran’s Tackle Shop shop.

Dining in Avon

Restaurants in Avon is some of the best in Cape Hatteras. From quirky and fun to recognized for their cuisine, there are various establishments to listen to live music, hit the bars and lounges, or grab a bite with family and friends. Bros Sandwich Shack is one of the best options for a quick go-to meal. Pangea Tavern is located near Avon Fishing Pier and offers vegan, gluten-free, and other seafood options for all t, large hot and flavorful a, long with wings and pasta down at Gidget’s Pizza & Pasta just off NC-12. Stop by PoHouse for sunset views while noshing on mussels, clams, and sammies. Located just south of Kitty Hawk Kites off NC-12. Enjoy Cups and Cones with delicious ice cream everyone can enjoy after a long day at the beach.

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Shopping In Avon NC

Ready for some shopping? Hit some of the best stores in Avon like Kinnakeet Clay. See their impressive collection of local and regional pottery. Take home decor, ornaments, and handmade gifts, or take in a demonstration to watch them work their magic. Mill Creek Gifts offers seashells, stained glass, wind chimes and more for visitors who want to take some memorabilia.

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Where to Stay in Avon

Avon has numerous options for accommodations. Cape Hatteras has old-school motels and morandent resorts but most stay small to keep the local, home-town feel to them. Vacation rentals are popular but there are many other options. Avon Cottages has nine oceanfront cottages and several semi-oceanfront cottages. Most have a beautiful water view and ample living space. Koru Village has Cape Hatteras Resort and Spa for those wanting more amenities. The unique villas can be rented on a partial week or weekly basis and offer full amenities. The oceanfront swimming pool is open for guests and Avon Fishing Pier is nearby. Guests have access to a spa and all resort-like amenities during their stay. The spa is also available to visitors to Hatteras Island. Are they looking for more rustic accommodations? The Sands of Time Campground, located in Avon, offers walking distance to restaurants and beaches but also large sites, full hookups and clean facilities. Stay in cottage rentals or park an RV. Experience camping close to nature and enjoy Cape Hatteras up close and personal.

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Avon FAQ

Avon is on Hatteras Island, in the center of the Outer Banks. Just 15 miles south of Salvo ,and close to Buxton, the town borders the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

Kinnakeet went from the original Native Americans who lived in Avon, NC hundreds of years ago. When villagers came, the area was called Kinnakeet but changed by the US Postal Service in 1883 to Avon. Some people still refer to this name and some people born and raised in Avon are still referred to as Kinnakeeters.

Avon has many events like Fourth of July but also surf fishing tournaments in the fall and spring. Restaurants and nightlife offer music in summer. Koru Beach Club is a large outdoor venue with summertime concerts going on many nights of the week in summer.

Avon has many points to access the beach from boardwalks at the end of their streets. ORV ramps are available at the town’s borders for 4WD vehicles and are free to access.