Things To Do
Get Away From It All!
Genesis on the Water is located in Rodanthe, NC. It is the northernmost village on Hatteras Island and is surrounded by the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, which stretches over 70 miles. Popular activities include touring the lighthouses, camping, exploring, sightseeing and of course the beaches. The beaches on Hatteras Island rank among the top beaches in the United States for conditions, sand softness, cleanliness, views, and access. Pamlico Sound serves as a great place for kiteboarding and windsurfing fanatics or kayakers who want to view the abundant natural resources tucked away in the lagoons within the marshes. We are also a convenient distance to the more bustling attractions of the Northern Beaches for day shopping trips or other activities such as visiting well-known historical monuments
Our Top Suggestions
Water Sports
Check out Kitty Hawk Kites where you enjoy watersports like kiteboarding, parasailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and boat tours in the wide waters of the Atlantic or the Pamlico Sound. Kitty Hawk Kites offers a variety of exciting tours by air, land, and water, as well as equipment rentals from beach gear and bikes to jet skis and pontoon boats.
Fishing at the Rodanthe Pier
Love to fish? Head over to Rodanthe Pier with your pole (rentals and bait available) and enjoy the sights of our beautiful beach and the sounds of the waves as your make your big catch! The 850-foot pier is a favorite spot of our visitors.
Rent a Boat
Be the Captain of a boat at with your friends and family for a few hours or a day in the Pamlico Sound. Place like Charlie's provide many options in boat rentals where you can relax, fish, tube, or simply enjoy the sunset.
Horseback Riding on the Beach
Awesome opportunities provided by places like Kitty Hawk Kites and Equine Adventures where you can enjoy a guided horseback ride on the beautiful beaches of the Outerbanks.
See Dolphins During A Short Day Trip
Take a short trip to Nags Head or Manteo to see dolphins in their natural habitats!
Golfing
The Ultimate East Coast Golf Destination, the Outerbanks offer plenty of beautiful public courses right off the ocean.