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The entire northern end of Hatteras Island was once known as Chicamacomico, but in 1874 the postal service changed the name to Rodanthe, perhaps seeking something easier to spell. However, by the early 1900s, three distinct villages had become established in the Rodanthe area - North Rodanthe, South Rodanthe, and Clark. As the postal sections were subdivided, the northernmost village kept the name "Rodanthe", while the others were assigned new names once again.
In 1861, the Confederates landed troops on the northern end of the island in an effort to re-take Fort Clark and Fort Hatteras, which had fallen to the Union's first naval invasion of the South. The southern troops chased the 20th Indiana back to their lines near present-day Buxton, only have the Federals reinforced from the southern end of the island. The Union then chased the Confederates northward in a half-hearted skirmish that wags mockingly named "The Chicamacomico Races".
Rodanthe is a place in Dare County in North Carolina, USA. It is located at latitude 35° 35' 36" North, longitude 75° 28' 4" West. The United States Postal Service has assigned Rodanthe the ZIP Code 27968.
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Rodanthe Vacation Rentals in Outer Banks, NC |
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Breathtaking Ocean To Sound Views
Bed: 2 Bath: 2 Sleep: 6
Rodanthe, North Carolina, United States
This condo provides for the perfect beach escape for a small family or couple that is looking for some quality beach time! With great views of both th ... View Details |
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Lazy Daze
Bed: 8 Bath: 7 Sleep: 1
Rodanthe, North Carolina, United States
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Hatteras Island Estates New in 2006 With 8 bedrooms and 7½ baths, LAZY DAZE offers a grand Hatteras Island vacation. Stroll ... View Details |
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Rodanthe Attractions and Activities
Attractions near Rodanthe include the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, which covers 45 square miles of the island and is home to the tallest brick lighthouse in the country. Nearby Hatteras Village is the site of the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum and is also the outpost for the ferry to Ocracoke Island, which was once the hiding place for Blackbeard the Pirate.
Tourist Attractions
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge (12.4 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Historic Sites
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site (0.14 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Amusement Parks
Virginia Beach Amusement Park (90.96 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Greenville Fun Park (105.27 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Jurassic Park (23.54 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Putt Putt Golf & Games (96.52 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Port A Golf (95.89 miles from center of Rodanthe).
Zoos and Animal Parks
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch.
Albatross Encounter in Kaikoura Tour from Christchurch.
Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch.
Dive with the Sharks at The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay.
Swim with the Fishes at The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay.
Boston Whale Watching Cruise.
Juneau Whale Watching Adventure with Optional Mendenhall Glacier Tour.
Activities
You can engage in activities like biking, golf, ice skating, shopping, surfing, swimming, tennis, water skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, backpacking, sailing, boating, scuba diving, snorkeling, skiing while you are in Rodanthe.
Festivals and Events
The village of Rodanthe is known for its' unique custom of celebrating Christmas twice each year - once on December 25 and again on "Old Christmas", which is during the first week of January. In a custom that dates back to Medieval England, the town welcomes "Old Buck," a stuffed bull that is part of the celebration. |
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