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Where are lifeguarded beaches on the Outer Banks in summer 2026?
Outer Banks Insider compiled a list of all the lifeguarded beaches on the Outer Banks from north to south, with links to each ocean rescue agency as well as beach safety tips.

Corinne Saunders
May 225 min read


Outer Banks July 4 week ‘not quite as challenging as last year,’ some public safety agencies find
The July 4 week, typically considered the busiest week of the summer season on the Outer Banks, saw increased public safety agency work as anticipated, but some agencies reported fewer incidents than occurred during last year’s Independence Day week.

Corinne Saunders
Jul 8, 20255 min read
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