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Community Description back to top

Duck is an ocean to sound community with miles of beaches and spectacular sunsets over the Currituck Sound. Duck Village is easily navigated and pedestrian friendly.

Established in 1879 and incorporated in 2002, Duck is the northernmost town in Dare County. You’ll find water sports such as kayaking, jet skiing and wind surfing on both the ocean and sound. Quaint boutiques, fine dining and eclectic shops help give the area its charm. Other vacationer favorites include open air dining spots and restaurants where visitors can walk along verandas. The area is great for shell collectors and bird enthusiasts. More than 400 species of birds have been sighted in the area.

History back to top

Duck was once home to a thriving commercial fowl industry. Today’s residents still serve as game or fish guides to visitors.

Attractions back to top

Field Research Facility (FRF)
Internationally recognized coastal observatory that records changing waves, winds, tides and currents. Established in 1977 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Field Data Collection and Analysis Branch, the FRF features an 1840-ft pier and specialized data gathering equipment. Visitors can meet the staff, take a virtual tour of the facility, learn about the research conducted, access data, graphs and reports and climb the tower.
Location: 1261 Duck Road
Telephone: 252.261.3511
Hours: Typically 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (call ahead)

Duck Trail
A popular walking/cycling trail that runs parallel to Highway 12. Walkers, runners, cyclists, joggers and in-line skaters are welcome.

Duck Neighborhoods back to top

Northpoint – Ocean side community, beach and sound access, indoor pool (March – Dec), tennis, basketball court, soundside pier, bike to Duck Village.

Schooner Ridge – Ocean side community, beach access with parking, oceanfront pool, rec center with indoor and outdoor pool, tennis, playground, walk to Duck Village.

Tuckahoe – Ocean to sound community, beach access with parking, sound access with dock and pier, pool, tennis, walk or bike to Duck Village

Georgetown Sands – Ocean side community, community pool, tennis, ocean access with parking, walk or bike to Duck Village shops.

Four Seasons – Ocean to sound community, beach access with parking and trolley service (seasonal), outdoor pool, clubhouse with indoor pool, fitness facility, tennis, basketball, walk to Duck Village shops.