The Outer Banks consist of a collection of barrier islands along the North Carolina coast ... Nags Head is the largest beach resort town in the area, and in some ways tourism has taken a toll ...

Technically, Emerald Isle is part of the Outer Banks, known as the Crystal Coast region of North Carolina, which is also home to many stunning beach towns. The town of Emerald Isle, home to some ...

Marisa Méndez, Senior Editor The beaches in Outer Banks stretch for more than 100 miles along the barrier islands that frame the eastern coast of North Carolina. These sands are known for their ...