Corolla is one of the most popular beach vacation destinations in North Carolina. The serene beaches and refreshing waters of Corolla invite thousands of visitors to spend their beach vacations in one of many beautiful vacation rental homes. Families and friends join together for an unforgettable beach vacation in the Outer Banks (OBX).

There is, however, something special about Corolla, something that separates it from the rest of the Outer Banks, the 4×4 beaches. The 4WD area of Corolla in the Outer Banks allows you to take your 4WD vehicle to the beach. The beach access is open year round (with some limitations), and there is no fee to enjoy the beach driving! Learn more about driving on the 4×4 beaches in Corolla

Corolla beach rental homes in 4WD area

You can see a lot of beautiful beach rental properties in Corolla, and there are available properties in the 4WD area, as well. If you love four-wheel driving, you can make you vacation truly unforgettable by renting one of the vacation homes in the 4×4 area of Corolla.

See the wild horses

The 4WD area of Corolla, OBX is not only the favorite place of the 4×4 drivers, but also a natural inhabitance of the wild horses. Wild mustangs roam free in Corolla and often come to the beach. Do not forget to take your camera to capture the magnificent animals.

Plan your 4WD Outer Banks beach vacation today! Browse the beach rentals to find the perfect vacation home for you and your family, pick the best local restaurants, and find fun things to do in Corolla, OBX.

Carova Beach is a community in the northern Outer Banks accessible only by 4×4 since it’s well off the “paved roads,” and here is where you will find some of the most beautiful rental vacation homes and breathtaking ocean views. This area of Currituck’s Outer Banks has been named as one of the most secluded beaches in America several times and is where the legendary Corolla wild horses have roamed free for centuries.  If you have longed for a relaxing vacation that requires no set itineraries or driving all over the place to enjoy yourself, Carova Beach is waiting for you.

Get the extended family together for a week-long stay at any of the luxury beach homes – there’s room for everybody and you’ll love amenities like hot tubs, swimming pools, and huge decks for barbecuing and outdoor dining. If you’re lucky, you can sit on the deck and see Currituck’s famous wild Mustangs trotting along the shoreline. The wild horses are a big draw in the OBX, so don’t forget your camera. Where else on the East Coast can you soak up the sun, reconnect with family, and see majestic horses playing in the surf?

A vacation in Carova Beach is your chance to unwind and recharge. There aren’t many places on the Eastern seaboard where you can embrace a sense of isolation yet still have access to great restaurants and ice cream shops and fun activities. In nearby Corolla you can rent a kayak and explore the Currituck Sound, take kiteboarding and hang gliding lessons, and hop on a fishing charter. After a day on the beach, watch the sunset from your vacation home and share the memories with your family.

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Learn more about beaches on the Outer Banks of North Carolina:

• Corolla Beach
• Carova Beach
• North Swan Beach
• Swan Beach
• Seagull
• Ocean Hill
• Whalehead Bay
• Buck Island