It just might be time for a beach getaway. We've narrowed our list of the best beaches to visit in North Carolina.

The Outer Banks consist of a collection of barrier islands ... Nags Head is the largest beach resort town in the area, and in some ways tourism has taken a toll on the small-town charm of the ...

Everyone has a picture in their mind of what the perfect Outer Banks getaway looks like. For many, it involves roaming down ...

Looking for a peaceful North Carolina beach getaway? Topsail Beach is the perfect low-key alternative to the Outer Banks, with stunning shores, local charm, and no crowds.

To see what it was before, which was beautiful, and what it has transformed into, it's just absolutely spectacular,” the resort's director said.

Additionally, beach canopies and umbrellas are permitted on the sands, but different towns have their own rules and regulations when it comes to sizes. Visit the Outer Banks tourism authority ...

It's understandable, as the majority of the Outer Banks is located in Dare County. On top of that, many visitors are more familiar with the towns in the Outer Banks than the county its located in.