Outer Banks Golf Trip Planning Guide
The Outer Banks delivers a golf trip unlike anything else on the East Coast. Nags Head Golf Links, Kilmarlic, and The Currituck Club offer windswept coastal layouts on narrow barrier islands. The group beach house culture is unmatched, fresh seafood is everywhere, and the laid-back OBX vibe makes it feel like a real escape.
Quick Facts
Spring, Fall
ORF (90 min drive)
$40–$160
$500/night
2 of 4
~$388/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Outer Banks. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
The Currituck Club — links, $80–$160 · 4.6★
Rees Jones design in Corolla. Ocean breezes, natural dunes, and sound views. Best course on the OBX.
The Blue Point — seafood, $$$
Upscale waterfront seafood in Duck. Fresh catch, craft cocktails, and sound-side sunsets.
Brewing Station — brewpub · Open late
Full brewery with a huge outdoor area and live music. The OBX social hub in Kill Devil Hills.
Day 2
Kilmarlic Golf Club — coastal, $60–$120 · 4.6★
Tom Steele design through maritime forest and wetlands. Secluded and beautiful.
OBX Surf Lessons — 2-3 hours, $50–$80/pp
Group surf lessons on the beach. The OBX waves are perfect for beginners.
Kill Devil Grill — southern, $$
Eclectic roadside spot with killer crab cakes and creative Southern plates.
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar — patio · Open late
Oceanfront oyster bar and deck on the Beach Road. Raw bar, frozen drinks, and salt air.
Day 3
Nags Head Golf Links — links, $50–$100 · 4.5★
Bob Moore design on Roanoke Sound. True links experience with ocean winds and sound views.
Wild Horse Tour in Corolla — 2 hours, $50–$75/pp
4x4 tour to see the wild Corolla mustangs on the beach. Unique and unforgettable.
Owen's Restaurant — seafood, $$$
OBX institution since 1946. Classic seafood and a raw bar. Old-school charm.
Chip's Wine & Beer Market — dive
Bottle shop with a bar in back. Huge craft beer selection and local crowd.
Course-by-Course Guide
Outer Banks has 4 courses worth playing. 2 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Outer Banks has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $500/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$600–$3000 /night
Corolla / Duck / Southern Shores
$500–$2200 /night
Kill Devil Hills / Nags Head
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Blue Point
$$$Upscale waterfront seafood in Duck. Fresh catch, craft cocktails, and sound-side sunsets.
Kill Devil Grill
$$Eclectic roadside spot with killer crab cakes and creative Southern plates.
Owen's Restaurant
$$$OBX institution since 1946. Classic seafood and a raw bar. Old-school charm.
Tortugas' Lie Shellfish Bar
$$Beach-shack vibes with fresh shellfish and strong drinks. The casual group spot.
JK's Restaurant
$$$$In-house butcher hand-carves the finest cuts, grilled over a cast-iron mesquite wood-fired grill at Milepost 9
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
Brewing Station
Late nightFull brewery with a huge outdoor area and live music. The OBX social hub in Kill Devil Hills.
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar
Late nightOceanfront oyster bar and deck on the Beach Road. Raw bar, frozen drinks, and salt air.
Chip's Wine & Beer Market
Bottle shop with a bar in back. Huge craft beer selection and local crowd.
Activities Beyond Golf
6 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
OBX Surf Lessons
Group surf lessons on the beach. The OBX waves are perfect for beginners.
Wild Horse Tour in Corolla
4x4 tour to see the wild Corolla mustangs on the beach. Unique and unforgettable.
Kitty Hawk Kayak Tour
Guided kayak through the maritime forest and sound-side waterways.
Wright Brothers Memorial
Where powered flight was born. Quick stop with serious history.
OBX Deep Sea Fishing
Oregon Inlet charters for tuna, mahi, and billfish. World-class Gulf Stream fishing.
Jockey's Ridge Hang Gliding
Hang gliding lessons off the tallest sand dune on the East Coast. Pure adrenaline.
Getting There
Fly into Norfolk International Airport (ORF) — it's a 90-minute drive to Outer Banks. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include OBX Shuttle and Beach Ride OBX). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.