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Shop Guide
The complete Outer Banks dispensary guide
18 listed shops from Corolla to Hatteras. Here's what each town offers, what the prices look like, and which shops are worth your time.
Shop Guide
The Outer Banks dispensary guide: every shop, every town.
There are no recreational marijuana dispensaries on the Outer Banks. But there are 18 listed hemp shops selling THCA flower, Delta 9 gummies, CBD, and everything in between. Here's the complete guide to every shop, what they sell, and which ones to visit.
The OBX cannabis landscape at a glance
The Outer Banks cannabis market has grown fast since the 2018 Farm Bill opened the door for hemp retail. What started as a few CBD shops in Kill Devil Hills has expanded to 18 listed shops across eleven towns, with THCA flower and Delta 9 gummies driving most of the traffic.
The market is seasonal — summer brings 10x the foot traffic and shops staff up accordingly. Winter is quiet, with some shops reducing hours or closing entirely from January through March.
Kill Devil Hills — the hub
Kill Devil Hills has the highest concentration of cannabis shops on the Outer Banks. The Beach Road (US 158) corridor between Milepost 8 and Milepost 10 has several shops within walking distance of each other. This is where you go for the best selection, the best prices, and the most knowledgeable staff.
Outer Banks Cannabis Co
Location: 1808 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Hours: 10am-9pm daily (summer), 10am-6pm (winter)
Products: THCA flower (8+ strains), pre-rolls, Delta 9 gummies and seltzers, CBD oils and topicals, vapes, glass, accessories
Price range: $$ (mid-range)
Best for: First-time visitors, widest product range, knowledgeable budtenders
The most established shop on the OBX. Clean, modern interior with product displays that actually show you the COAs. Staff can walk you through the terpene profiles and recommend based on what you want to feel. They carry the best THCA flower selection in town — usually 8-10 strains rotating weekly. Prices are competitive with the other KDH shops.
House of Hemp OBX
Location: 1701 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Hours: 10am-8pm daily
Products: THCA flower, pre-rolls, Delta 9 gummies, CBD, kratom, glass
Price range: $$ (mid-range)
Best for: Budget-conscious shoppers, bulk deals
House of Hemp is the value play in KDH. Slightly lower prices than Outer Banks Cannabis Co, especially on bulk flower and multi-pack pre-rolls. The interior is less polished but the staff is knowledgeable. They also carry kratom, which some other shops don't. Good option if you're stocking up for the week.
High Tide
Location: 2000 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Hours: 10am-9pm daily (summer)
Products: THCA flower, pre-rolls, Delta 9 edibles, CBD, apparel
Price range: $$$ (premium)
Best for: Premium flower, branded merchandise, Instagram-worthy interior
High Tide is the newest shop in KDH and the most visually polished. Think Apple Store meets beach boutique. The flower is premium-priced but the quality matches — they carry small-batch THCA from boutique farms. Also sells branded hoodies, hats, and beach gear. Worth a visit even if you don't buy anything.
Other KDH shops: The directory also lists Higher Grounds CBD Coffee & Ice Cream on Colington Rd — a coffee and ice cream shop famous for its CBD-infused drinks — and Outer Vapes, a vape shop and tasting lounge that carries hemp-derived carts. See our directory for the full list.
Nags Head — tourist-friendly
Nags Head shops are more spread out than KDH but more tourist-oriented. Expect ocean views, friendlier staff, and slightly higher prices. The trade-off is a more relaxed shopping experience — less crowded, more time to ask questions.
OBX Hemp Company
Location: 7200 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
Hours: 10am-8pm daily
Products: CBD topicals (best selection on OBX), THCA flower, Delta 9 gummies, vapes
Price range: $$$ (premium)
Best for: CBD topicals, tourist-friendly experience, ocean view
OBX Hemp Company has the best CBD topical selection on the Outer Banks — lotions, balms, salves, roll-ons, and transdermal patches. Their THCA flower selection is smaller than KDH shops but well-curated. The staff is patient with first-timers and won't upsell you. The shop has a small deck with ocean views where you can sit and read labels before buying.
Beachroad Buds & Co
Location: 7501 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
Hours: 10am-9pm daily (summer)
Products: THCA flower, pre-rolls, Delta 9 drinks, CBD, glass, gifts
Price range: $$-$$$
Best for: Delta 9 seltzers and drinks, gift shopping, group visits
Beachroad Buds has the best selection of Delta 9 beverages on the OBX — seltzers, sodas, and even a few hemp-derived beers. Good for groups where some people want to drink and some want to get high. Also carries a solid selection of THCA pre-rolls and a small gift section with OBX-themed cannabis merch.
The Green Escape
Location: 7800 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
Hours: 10am-7pm daily
Products: THCA flower, pre-rolls, CBD, kratom, glass
Price range: $$ (mid-range)
Best for: Quick in-and-out, no-frills shopping
The Green Escape is the no-frills option in Nags Head. Smaller selection, lower prices, faster service. Good if you know what you want and don't need a consultation. They carry the basics — THCA flower, pre-rolls, gummies, CBD — and get you out the door in under 5 minutes.
Kitty Hawk — quiet and local
Kitty Hawk has its own locally owned shops, quieter than the KDH strip. Worth a visit if you're staying in Kitty Hawk or Southern Shores and don't want to drive to KDH.
The directory lists one verified shop in Kitty Hawk:House of Hemp OBX — Kitty Hawk. It's a smaller location of the KDH shop with the same quality of service — the focus is CBD oils, topicals, and gummies, with a smaller Delta 8, Delta 9 gummies, THCA flower, and vape section. Parking is easy and the shop is quieter than the busier KDH and Nags Head locations.
Manteo — Roanoke Island (1 shop)
Manteo has one dedicated hemp shop on the waterfront. Manteo Hemp Co (207 Queen Elizabeth Ave) is a small, locally-owned shop with a solid THCA flower selection and friendly staff. Worth the drive from the beach if you're already visiting the Manteo waterfront or the Elizabethan Gardens. Limited parking.
Hatteras — limited selection (1 shop)
South of Oregon Inlet, your options are limited. Hatteras Hemp Co (57500 NC-12, Hatteras) is the only dedicated shop on Hatteras Island. Small selection of THCA pre-rolls, Delta 9 gummies, and CBD. Stock up in KDH before heading south — the drive is long and the inventory is small.
Corolla — thin but available
Corolla has one dedicated hemp shop and a couple of convenience stores that carry CBD and Delta 9 gummies. Corolla Hemp & Wellness is the main option — a small, CBD-focused shop with oils, gummies, and topicals, plus a limited selection of THCA pre-rolls, Delta 9 edibles, and vapes. If you're staying in the 4WD section, stock up before you cross the sand.
Price comparison across towns
| Product | Kill Devil Hills | Nags Head | Other towns |
|---|---|---|---|
| THCA pre-roll (1g) | $12-$18 | $15-$20 | $15-$22 |
| THCA flower (1/4 oz) | $40-$65 | $50-$80 | $55-$85 |
| Delta 9 gummies (10-pack) | $20-$30 | $25-$35 | $25-$40 |
| CBD oil (1000mg) | $40-$60 | $45-$70 | $45-$75 |
| Delta 9 seltzer (4-pack) | $15-$20 | $18-$25 | $20-$28 |
KDH is consistently 15-25% cheaper than Nags Head and 20-30% cheaper than the outlying towns. If you're staying in Corolla or Hatteras, it's worth the drive to KDH to stock up.
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Shop the Store →Tips for shopping OBX cannabis shops
- Bring your ID. Every shop cards at the door. No exceptions. If you look under 30, expect to show it.
- Ask for the COA. A reputable shop has lab test results for every product batch. If they can't show you one, walk out.
- Compare prices. The same THCA strain can be $15 at one shop and $22 at another. Shop around in KDH where the competition is tightest.
- Don't buy more than you need. THCA flower doesn't store well in beach heat. Buy for the week, not the year.
- Check hours in the off-season. Many shops close early or have limited days November-March. Call ahead.
- Cash is king. Some shops are cash-only. ATMs are available but fees add up. Bring cash for the best experience.
The bottom line
The Outer Banks has a thriving hemp retail scene with 18 listed shops across eleven towns. Kill Devil Hills is the hub — best selection, best prices, most knowledgeable staff. Nags Head is the tourist-friendly option with better service and higher prices. The outlying towns (Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Hatteras, Corolla) have limited options but cover the basics.
The market is healthy and competitive, which means good products and fair prices for customers. The November 2026 Total THC rule will reshape the market — THCA flower will likely disappear from shelves — but for now, the OBX is one of the best places in the Southeast to buy legal hemp products.
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Quick answers
Quick Answers: OBX Dispensaries
How many cannabis shops are on the Outer Banks?
There are hemp and cannabis shops across the Outer Banks. Kill Devil Hills has the most (concentrated along the Beach Road corridor), followed by Nags Head (5+), with smaller shops in Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Hatteras, and Corolla. Every shop sells hemp-derived products under the 2018 Farm Bill — there are no recreational marijuana dispensaries.
Which OBX town has the best cannabis shops?
Kill Devil Hills has the highest concentration of shops (along the Beach Road corridor), the best prices due to competition, and the widest product selection. Nags Head shops are more tourist-oriented with better service but higher prices. If you want the best selection and value, go to KDH.
What products do OBX cannabis shops sell?
Every shop sells CBD products (oils, topicals, gummies), Delta 9 THC gummies and seltzers, THCA flower and pre-rolls, vapes and cartridges, and other hemp-derived cannabinoids (CBG, CBN, Delta 8). Most shops also carry smoking accessories, grinders, papers, and storage containers. A few sell hemp-derived beverages and edibles.
Are OBX cannabis shops open year-round?
Most shops in Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head are open year-round, but hours shrink significantly in the off-season (November-March). In summer (May-September), most shops are open 10am-8pm or later. In winter, many shops close by 5-6pm or operate reduced hours. Call ahead in the off-season.
Do OBX cannabis shops accept credit cards?
Most do, but some are cash-only due to banking restrictions on cannabis-related businesses. The larger shops (Outer Banks Cannabis Co, House of Hemp, OBX Hemp Company) accept cards. Smaller shops may be cash-only. ATMs are available at most locations. Call ahead if you're planning to pay with a card.
Can I buy THCA flower on the Outer Banks?
Yes — most OBX shops carry THCA flower, pre-rolls, and concentrates. Kill Devil Hills has the best selection with its shops carrying multiple strains. Prices range from $12-$20 for pre-rolls and $40-$80 for a quarter ounce of flower. THCA is currently legal but will face a federal ban on November 12, 2026 under the DEA's Total THC rule.