Avon sits in the middle of Hatteras Island, about 50 minutes south of the Bonner Bridge. It's the surf capital of the Outer Banks — home to some of the best waves on the East Coast, a tight-knit community of year-round surfers, and the kind of laid-back energy that makes you want to stay forever.
The cannabis market here is small but functional. One shop, Avon Hemp & Surf, serves the island's surf community with a curated selection of THCA flower, edibles, vapes, and CBD products. The staff actually surfs — they know which strains work for a dawn patrol session and which ones are better for evening recovery.
If you're staying in Avon, Frisco, or the northern end of Hatteras village, this shop covers your needs. For a bigger selection, Buxton (15 min south) has a second shop, and KDH (50 min north) has the full strip. But for most surf trips, Avon Hemp & Surf has everything you need for a week on the island.
At a glance
Pricing snapshot
Avon prices reflect the Hatteras Island premium — you're paying for the convenience of not driving back to KDH. Stock up before the bridge if you can.
| Product | Budget | Mid | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1g pre-roll | $13 | $15 | $18 |
| 3.5g (eighth) | $38 | $45 | $55 |
| 7g (quarter) | $70 | $85 | $105 |
| 10mg D9 gummy (10ct) | $20 | $28 | $35 |
| 1g vape cart | $28 | $38 | $50 |
For first-time visitors to Avon:
Best overall
Avon Hemp & Surf is the go-to shop on the island — solid THCA flower, surf-friendly CBD topicals, and a laid-back vibe that matches the town.
Best for surf recovery
Their CBD + menthol muscle gel is a local favorite. Apply after a dawn patrol session and your shoulders will thank you.
Best for convenience
Right on NC-12, easy to find, and open late in summer. One-stop shop for most needs without driving to Buxton.
We visit every shop we list. We pay for our own products. We don’t take payment for placement. Ratings reflect selection, staff knowledge, atmosphere, value, and consistency. The OBX market is fluid — shops open, close, change ownership. Check our news page for updates.
Best overall · surf crowd
40824 NC-12, Avon, NC 27915
What works
What doesn’t
We're not trying to be KDH. We're the shop you walk into after a morning session, still wet, sandy, and hungry. We carry what works for the island — nothing more, nothing less.
With only one shop, your options are limited if something feels off. Watch for: no COAs visible, a budtender who can’t explain the difference between THCA and D9, or products that look like they’ve been sitting on the shelf. If something feels wrong, Buxton is 15 minutes south with a second shop.
Avon offers a small, honest cannabis market that serves the island's surf community well. One shop, solid selection, knowledgeable staff who actually live on Hatteras. Prices are higher than KDH, but the convenience of not driving an hour each way is worth the premium for most visitors. Stock up before the bridge if you can, but if you forget, Avon Hemp & Surf has you covered.
Quick answers
As of mid-2026 there is 1 active hemp shop in Avon: Avon Hemp & Surf. It's a full-service shop with THCA flower, edibles, vapes, and a strong CBD selection.
Yes, if you can. Prices on Hatteras Island run 15-20% higher than KDH. If you're staying for a week, buying your flower and edibles in KDH before heading south will save you $20-40.
Yes. Avon Hemp & Surf carries a rotating selection of THCA flower from NC growers. The selection is smaller than KDH but covers the essentials.
They're similar — both have one full-service shop with comparable pricing. Buxton has a dedicated CBD shop (Buxton Beach CBD) that Avon doesn't have. If you need topicals, Buxton is the better bet. For flower and vapes, either works.