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Last Updated on January 29, 2023
A summer-escape away from the bustling city life. Dreamy, isn’t it? Located in Dare County, Southern Shores will become your go-to destination once you visit the place. It’s a small town that offers peace like no other place and offers many recreational activities for you to do, both indoors and outdoors. Home to private, pristine beaches, come along with your family or friends. Check out this travel guide to Southern Shores because this place will win your heart!
And if you are looking for exciting activities and attractions on your vacation, we have put together a little guide for you.
Hope this guide to Southern Shores helps you in planning your trip:
1. ArtSpace
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Southern Shores is a place full of artists who bring life to this destination. The art community defines the town’s essence, and we can safely say that Southern Shores is mystic yet colourful.
From jewellery makers to potters, every artisan displays their work here, and art enthusiasts can even take art classes.
2. Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve
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If you like to walk on a road less taken, this place is a must-visit for you. A maritime forest that is still untouched and is filled with marshes and brackish swamplands. You can access it from two parking lots: David Paul Pruitt Park and Sandy Run Park. There are provisions for both a quiet leisure time or thrilling activities like paddleboarding, hiking, etc.
And if you want to sit alone admiring the sunsets and the wildlife, they’re there for you too.
3. Currituck County Rural Center
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You will find the Currituck County Rural Center in Powells Point, just 15 minutes drive from Southern Shores. It entertains both tourists and locals alike, and one can enjoy the different activities as per their choice.
This place organizes dogs and horse shows. If you’re not interested in that, you can always have a little picnic or go horse riding, or you can even try kayaking. Bring your family or go solo; they will keep you entertained.
4. Vacation Homes
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Like any other Outer Banks beach town, if you genuinely want to experience the whole town, you must try the beautiful beachfront vacation rentals in Southern Shores. A perfect country home, featuring all the necessary amenities and more. Have a look around before finalizing the one, because this will be your home away from home.
5. Sandy Run Park
Last but not least, you have to visit the place if you need to witness nature in its true form. There is a beautiful gazebo for you to sit and relax, and you can even feed turtles there. That’s right! Friendly turtles who just want some food and some love.
You can also try fishing here, but it is a catch and release system.
Southern Shores is a town that welcomes you with open arms and so much warmth. The food, the view, and the people here will make your stay comfortable. A perfect break from city life, once you visit this place, you will start recommending it to your friends. A quaint, peaceful town is the therapy we all need.
