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Jockey's Ridge State Park

PO Box 592, Milepost 12 on US 158 bypass in Nags Head, Nags Head, NC 27959
252-441-7132
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Ranked #1 of 11 attractions in Nags Head
Type: State Parks, Geologic Formations, Parks
Traveler Description: As most people familiar with Jockey's Ridge, it is famous for the being the largest sand dune on the east coast. The views from the top are... more »
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Pikeville, North Carolina, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

It is a nice place to visit. There are "Hang gliders" flying off of the sand dunes. Beautiful flying over the sound !

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Lascassas, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

When researching for our trip to OBX, Jockey's Ridge was a must for us. We love hiking and knew this would be a unique opportunity. The dunes are beautiful and challenging. There are markers to guide you along your hike to the top. Definitely bring water with you, as you will need it! We visited early morning and avoided the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

Loved my visit to jockey ridge, this will be my one and only sand dune climb, very strenuous to get up to the top-especially in the heat of June. Beautiful views from the top and the sights of hangliding classes. Long walk to and up the dunes then back to visitor building.

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Southport, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

We hiked over the dune with our three kids, 11, 9, and 5. We had a great time! The kids had a lot more endurance than I thought because it can get hot on the sand and climbing up and down the dunes takes a lot of strength. The visitors center has a great deal of information about the park... More

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Villa Rica, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

This was another 'must do' on my OBX to do list, and I am glad we did. We went to Kitty Hawk Kites and let our children pick out their kites and left our car there and walked across the pedestrian walk way. It is a hike for sure but once you get to the top the view is amazing.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013 via mobile

It was great to see these giant sand dunes. Be aware that it's quite a long walk to the top of the dune. And it can get pretty windy, which isn't bad for adults, but can be tricky for very small children. It's definitely a great view and something you don't see very often!

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

We have been going to the Outer Banks for about 20 years and Jockey's Ridge is a must every year. The dunes are natural and there have been changes over the years that are a reminder of the power and beauty of nature. It is a hike coming in from the highway side- just park at the kite place across... More

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Ruckersville, Virginia, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

The dunes are absolutely breathtaking because of their sheer size and how they were formed. Great place for kite flying which hubby and son did. People at the visitor center couldn't have been nicer. Great place to go.

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Branford, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2013

Would have loved to seen the dunes on a dry day. They were great, even with the rain. The history that was presented inside was set up in a nice manner

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Concord, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

Jockey's ridge is a neat place - hiking on large dunes overlooking the sound. Hang gliding school on side. Go early in the morning or it will be very hot. Carry water!

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