When thinking of east coast surfing, a few places come to mind, one of them being Cape Hatteras, of the Outer Banks North Carolina. With its huge beaches and laid back fishing towns, it can be considered one of the most fun and relaxing surf destinations in the country. There are tons of activities to do, miles of beaches to surf, and some of the nicest people you will ever meet.
Cape Hatteras is a beach break that can produces both lefts and rights, chop and swell, and ankle high to triple overhead sized waves. This area of NC is not very populated, nor is it a huge travel destination for surfers. One can catch perfect waves here, all to themselves. The best time to catch this break is during the winter months, which bring in freezing water but beautiful barrels. Another great time for this break is hurricane season, running from the end of June to the beginning of October. This brings in some of the biggest wind chops the east coast ever sees. Also in Cape Hatteras, the water temperature can be as unpredictable as the surf. Waters can run anywhere from the high 70s to the low 30s; one may definitely want to check the surf report before traveling.
Cape Hatteras is also known for its beachside camping. Although there are numerous hotels in the area, camping here is the way to go. Another special thing about this break is you can park your car right on the sand, making it nice, seeing that it's easier to load tents, coolers, chairs, etc.
If driving to Cape Hatteras, make sure you know the ferry schedule, Not timing out the right ferry can make your trip longer than anticipated. If flying, you can right onto Roanoke Island, which is only a short drive and a ferry ride away from the Cape. If you're into history, fishing, surfing, and outdoor beach activities, this is the right beach for you!
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