Outer Banks Beaches.

Situated on Hatteras Island, the beaches of Buxton offer a rugged, wind-swept escape shaped by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Pamlico Sound on the other. This stretch of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore is defined by its dramatic coastal geography rather than resort-style boardwalks. Visitors gather at "The Point," a legendary surf-fishing spot where colliding currents create exceptional angling conditions, while the area's steady winds draw kiteboarders and windsurfers from across the East Coast. Standing watch over these shifting sands is the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, the nation's tallest brick beacon. Free from dense commercial development, the experience here is all about the natural elements—marked by beach driving, beachcombing, and exploring a historic coastline.