--- title: Why You Should Visit the Outer Banks This Fall description: The warmth of summer is finally starting to fade away, leaving a touch of melancholy in the air. This doesn't mean that there aren't exciting things to come though! Coastal hotspots like the Outer Banks stay energetic all year long. Fall is a particularly lively and beautiful time of the year in the Outer Banks. The weather is gorgeous and the events are plentiful! Here are some of the top reasons to visit the Outer Banks this fall.  image: https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/skylar-zilka-U46bGX6KRfU-unsplash-1.jpg --- [![outerbanks-me-stacked](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/outerbanks-me-stacked.png?width=565&name=outerbanks-me-stacked.png "outerbanks-me-stacked")](https://outerbanks.me) [![outerbanks-me-stacked](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/outerbanks-me-stacked.png?width=565&name=outerbanks-me-stacked.png "outerbanks-me-stacked")](http://outerbanks.me) [**](https://www.outerbanks.me/why-you-should-visit-the-outer-banks-this-fall#) 1 ![featured image 1](https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/skylar-zilka-U46bGX6KRfU-unsplash-1.jpg) History # Why You Should Visit the Outer Banks This Fall ![](https://www.outerbanks.me/hubfs/BEAADA8B-EAB9-41DB-B81E-479BD788DF9F.jpg) By [Bailee Wilson](https://www.outerbanks.me/author/bailee-wilson) October 30, 2023 ### Posts by Topic - [Activities (119)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/activities) - [Amusement (107)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/amusement) - [Events (94)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/events) - [Family (62)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/family) - [Around Town (55)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/around-town) - [Shopping and Dining (54)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/shopping-and-dining) - [Holiday (43)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/holiday) - [Outdoor (28)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/outdoor) - [Summer (28)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/summer) - [Beach (26)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/beach) - [History (22)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/history) - [Winter (22)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/winter) - [Free (18)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/free) - [Tips and Tricks (16)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/tips-and-tricks) - [Date Night (15)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/date-night) - [News (13)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/news) - [Music (8)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/music) - [Nightlife (4)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/nightlife) - [Fitness (2)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/fitness) - [Off-Season (2)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/off-season) - [Notable Locals (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/notable-locals) - [Pop Culture (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/pop-culture) - [Season Passes (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/season-passes) - [Wildlife (1)](https://www.outerbanks.me/tag/wildlife) Search The warmth of summer is finally starting to fade away, leaving a touch of melancholy in the air. This doesn't mean that there aren't exciting things to come though! Coastal hotspots like the Outer Banks stay energetic all year long. Fall is a particularly lively and beautiful time of the year in the Outer Banks. The weather is gorgeous and the events are plentiful! Here are some of the top reasons to visit the Outer Banks this fall.  ![autumn-mott-rodeheaver-SPd9CSoWCkY-unsplash-1](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/autumn-mott-rodeheaver-SPd9CSoWCkY-unsplash-1.jpg?width=3456&height=5184&name=autumn-mott-rodeheaver-SPd9CSoWCkY-unsplash-1.jpg) Parks and Gardens: Embrace the wonderful weather by visiting a park or garden. Take a walk and admire the fall foliage! Popular options include... - [Jockey's Ridge State Park](https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/jockeys-ridge-state-park)  - [Elizabethan Gardens](https://www.elizabethangardens.org/)  - [Nags Head Woods Preserve](https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/nags-head-woods-ecological-preserve/)  - [Springer's Point Preserve](https://coastallandtrust.org/lands/springers-point-preserve/) Active Wildlife: While the wildlife viewing in the Outer Banks is superb year-round, we think it is particularly spectacular during the fall. In autumn, you can see butterflies, unusual birds, dolphins, and other cool critters. See what wildlife you can spot at locations such as...  - [Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary](https://pineisland.audubon.org/) - [Cape Hatteras National Seashore](https://www.nps.gov/CAHA) - [North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island](https://www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island)  - [Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge](https://www.fws.gov/refuge/pea-island) ![kerstin-wrba-zeInZepl_Hw-unsplash-1](https://www.outerbanks.me/hs-fs/hubfs/kerstin-wrba-zeInZepl_Hw-unsplash-1.jpg?width=3096&height=4128&name=kerstin-wrba-zeInZepl_Hw-unsplash-1.jpg) Fishing: The Outer Banks are a premier fishing destination. Fall is one of the best times to grab your reel and hit the water! In the fall, the waters around the Outer Banks fill with fish such as mackerel, trout, flounder, and mullet. Try... - [Pier fishing](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g616326-Activities-c47-t51-Outer_Banks_North_Carolina.html) - [Booking a fishing charter ](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g616326-Activities-c61-t217-Outer_Banks_North_Carolina.html) - [Surf fishing](https://www.outerbanks.com/surf-fishing-guide.html)  **Walking Tours: **Enjoy the nice weather by taking in some local history! Opt for a spooky ghost tour or an informative history tour. We recommend...  - [OBX Ghost Tours](https://obxwalkingtours.com/)  - [Manteo Historic Walking Tours ](https://www.manteohistorictour.com/) - [Pirate City Ghosts](https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g49479-d25801316-Pirate_City_Ghosts-Roanoke_Island_Outer_Banks_North_Carolina.html)  There's no shortage of things to enjoy around the Outer Banks this fall! What's your favorite thing about autumn in the Outer Banks? 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