Shopping - Nags Head - Jockey's Ridge Crossing
Kitty Hawk Kites and Whalebone Water Sports
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-2210
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Kitty Hawk Kites offers equipment for all your adventure needs, including hang gliding, kiteboarding and kayaking. They have souvenirs, including Wright Brothers merchandise, pirate gear and Outer Banks paraphernalia. There is also a great selection of toys, clothing, special gifts and all types of kites. Check out the on-site climbing wall and ask about hang-gliding lessons, which are held across the street at Jockey’s Ridge State Park. See Recreation for more information.
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
Ready for some action? Kitty Hawk Surf Co. has everything you need to enjoy all the Outer Banks has to offer – from the wind to waves to flat water. At Kitty Hawk Surf Co.‘s retail store, located across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park, you can find a huge selection of new and used kayaks, kayaking equipment, standup paddleboards, surfboards, Zap skim boards, wetsuits and more. You can also find one of the best selections of surf brands on the beach including Quiksilver, Billabong, Volcom, Roxy, Reef and The North Face. While you are there, look into booking a kayak tour or a surf lesson with one of their experienced guides and teachers.
Life on a Sandbar and Hairwraps
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 449-9066
With some of the coolest temporary tattoos and hair wraps on the beach, as well as lots of fun activities for kids of all ages, Life on a Sandbar is a great stop during your vacation. They have a fun make-your-own sand art box that the boys really get into, and don’t miss their fun, color-changing T-shirts and nail polish – just add sun! They also have local art such as wind chimes, photography, ceramics, jewelry, paintings, hats and more.
Miss Kitty’s Olde Time Photos
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 449-5011
This is something really fun! At Miss Kitty’s you dress the whole family in old-time costumes, from the silly to the sublime, and pose for a sepia-toned portrait. The antique-looking portraits are ready in minutes, granting immediate satisfaction and giggles. Pick out an antique-style frame to add to your portrait’s allure. You’ll be in good hands as the folks at Miss Kitty’s have won a Design Excellence award in antique photography.
Outer Banks Bear Factory
- 3941 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 480-2340
Kids will have a lot of fun at this store where they get to design their own stuffed animal. First, they pick out an animal, from alligators to white tigers and, of course, bears. Then they get to stuff it, dress it and accessorize it. They give their critter a check up and, last but not least, a name. Ta-da! An instant new friend. If you’re looking for an unusual birthday party or celebration idea, Outer Banks Bear Factory does parties.
Salty Paws Biscuits
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 13
- Nags Head
- (252) 480-2284
Salty Paws specializes in all-natural, fresh-baked pet treats.They also offer a large array of pet toys, decorative collars, pet safety items and gifts for the pet lover. They even have pet sitter contacts! Dogs are more than welcome in the store to shop along with you (and are also allowed in the other non-food stores in the shopping center).
The Fudgery
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 480-0163
Your mouth will water as you watch hand-crafted fudge being prepared on thick marble slabs. It’s tempting — bet you can’t resist! — and there are so many flavors to choose from we know you’ll have a hard time making up your mind. This shop is right across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park.
