Can you feel it? Labor Day weekend is approaching, and it’s your last big chance to soak up summer before we say goodbye. The Outer Banks, specifically Cape Hatteras, is a great place to spend your Labor Day weekend. Get out to the beach, try some outdoor activities that you’ve always wanted to experience, and ground yourself in nature. All of this and more can be experienced when you visit Cape Hatteras during your Labor Day weekend in North Carolina! The best is yet to come when you get a head start on your Labor Day weekend plans in Cape Hatteras. Try these activities and stay in a beachfront rental from Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging to enhance your weekend away!
Ride the Wind Via Kiteboarding or Windsurfing
As summer comes to a close, why not do it up and try an outdoor experience you haven’t done before! The waters around Cape Hatteras are prime for kiteboarding and windsurfing. This is because of the steady coastal winds and shallow waters. Many enthusiasts flock to this area to windsurf or kiteboard. Why not see what the hype is about for yourself this Labor Day weekend? Local outfitters offer equipment and lessons for beginners. You might just surprise yourself at how quickly you pick up the basics with the right instructor to guide you. The rush you’ll get is incredible plus it’s a lot of fun. Even if you decide that this isn’t your weekend to try, just watching others catch the air and waves just right might inspire you to try next time.
Plan the Perfect Beach Day & Picnic
You can’t come to the Outer Banks and not experience the beach. Plan for some downtime, with a relaxing beach day on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Here you can soak up the sunshine, and the remnants of summer before September comes and we enter the fall season. Pack up your cooler with your favorite foods and treats, grab your towels, sunscreen, beach umbrella or beach tent, and then claim the perfect spot on the sand. All you’ll see is that endless blue horizon, where the possibilities for coastal fun are endless.
Bring a book, play volleyball, or go for a swim. However you decide to spend your day is completely up to you. Enjoy your long Labor Day weekend to the fullest with a relaxing beach day.
Explore the Outdoors at Buxton Woods or Pea Island
Trade in the sandy shores for scenicmost coastal trails and maritime forests at Buxton Woods Reserve or Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Buxton Woods Reserve has trails that will take you through a maritime forest and freshwater marsh. It’s absolutely beautiful and refreshing, giving you the chance to ground yourself in nature as you look for various types of wildlife. For more opportunities to see the native wildlife of Cape Hatteras, stop by Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Birdwatchers love to come here to observe native and migratory birds in the wild. Rent a bike and cruise the area or simply take a nature walk. These are great options for an easygoing day during your Labor Day weekend.
Discover Ocean Wonders at the Hatteras Island Ocean Center
Spend a few hours learning about the coastal world around Cape Hatteras. This is a great activity if you’re traveling with young children to Cape Hatteras. The center offers hands-on exhibits about sea turtles, shorebirds, marine ecosystems, and the barrier island landscape. If you’re up for a little more adventure this Labor Day weekend, the center also hosts guided kayak tours, scavenger hunts on the beach and even ghost crab hunts at night (it’s when they’re most active). Planning to visit Hatteras Island Ocean Center during Labor Day weekend will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for Cape Hatteras and the ocean!
Stay in Comfort with Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging
After enjoying these Labor Day weekend activities on Cape Hatteras, you deserve to unwind in a vacation rental that feels like home – but better. Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging offers a selection of rooms, suites and home rentals that are right on the beach. During your stay you can visit the beach whenever you want or watch the sunrise and sunset in complete privacy.
What’s more is that these rentals offer excellent amenities for a laid back Labor Day weekend. Bring your favorite foods and your family down to the community BBQ grills for some barbecue. Relax by the pool and go for a swim! After it’s all said and done, make your way back to your beachfront rental to relax and plan out some more Labor Day weekend fun. With Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging, you’ll never feel far from the fun.
Book Your Labor Day Getaway with Lighthouse View Today
Start planning your Labor Day weekend in Cape Hatteras today with Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging! As you can imagine, vacation rentals tend to fill up quickly for the holiday weekend. Plan accordingly by booking your vacation rental with Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging today. Then you’ll be on your way to enjoying an epic Labor Day weekend on Cape Hatteras!
