The Outer Banks Area Guide from Wright by the Beach
Kill Devil Hills sits between Kitty Hawk and Nags Head — history, dunes, and beach all within a short drive of Wright by the Beach.
≈ 1 mile
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Where Orville and Wilbur flew first in 1903 — and where our house got its name. Climb Big Kill Devil Hill to the monument and stand on the spot where flight began.
352 yards — 5-min walk
Beach Access: Raleigh & Ferris Avenue
Your home beach, and no stairs to get there. We recommend the Raleigh Avenue access — flat, paved, and easy with a cooler, chairs, or little legs.
≈ 1.5 miles — 5-min drive
Avalon Fishing Pier
A classic 1958 Outer Banks pier — fish, grab a snack, or just watch the sunrise stretch down the coast.
≈ 6–7 miles — 12–15 min drive
Jockey's Ridge State Park
The tallest natural sand dune system on the East Coast. Fly a kite, take a hang-gliding lesson, or catch the best sunset on the OBX.
≈ 15–16 miles — 25–30 min drive
NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Sea turtles, sharks, and touch tanks — the perfect rainy-day (or too-much-sun day) adventure for the crew.
≈ 14–16 miles — 25–30 min drive
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Black-and-white striped icon of the Outer Banks. Climb it in season for a view from Oregon Inlet to the sound.
in town — most within a 5–10 min drive
Our Favorite Local Restaurants
Our go-to spots after a day at the beach, from burgers and craft beer to fish tacos on a waitlist worth the wait.
Where is Wright by the Beach located?+
Wright by the Beach is located in Kill Devil Hills, which sits between Kitty Hawk and Nags Head on the Outer Banks. The property is approximately 1 mile from the Wright Brothers National Memorial.
What attractions are near Wright by the Beach?+
Notable nearby attractions include the Wright Brothers National Memorial (about 1 mile away), Avalon Fishing Pier (about 1.5 miles, 5-minute drive), Jockey's Ridge State Park (about 6-7 miles, 12-15 minutes), NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island (about 15-16 miles, 25-30 minutes), and Bodie Island Lighthouse (about 14-16 miles, 25-30 minutes).
What can you do at Jockey's Ridge State Park?+
Jockey's Ridge State Park features the tallest natural sand dune system on the East Coast. Visitors can fly a kite, take a hang-gliding lesson, or watch the sunset.
Are there restaurants near Wright by the Beach?+
Yes, there are favorite local restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive, offering options ranging from burgers and craft beer to fish tacos.