At the end of 2023, there were more than three million electric vehicles on the road in the United States. While not a massive percentage of the population, it is a number that continues to grow year over year. If you drive an EV and are planning a vacation, knowing where the charging stations are along your route is of the utmost importance. While several of our Paramount Destinations properties have electric vehicle chargers in them, you’ll also find convenient locations throughout the area. This month, we’re sharing where to find EV charging stations in the Outer Banks to make your trip planning a breeze. Check it all out below and get ready to enjoy your incredible vacation to the OBX.
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Understanding the Types of EV Chargers
There are three levels of EV chargers: 1, 2, and 3. The difference between each is the speed with which they charge your vehicle, with level one being the slowest and level 3 being a direct current – the fastest. In the Outer Banks, you’ll find all three speeds throughout the area. As the level ones can take a long time to fully charge from empty, these are mostly found in homes where you’ll be overnight. A level 2 can charge your car in 4-10 hours, and a DC level 3 can get you to 80% in roughly 20 minutes.
Locations of EV Chargers in the Outer Banks
According to PlugShare, a popular EV charging station website, there are more than 70 charging stations in the Outer Banks, from Duck all the way to Hatteras Island. The top stations include:
Outer Banks Brewing Station
- Two Tesla plugs, One J-1772 plug
- Customer use only
- 600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- 16 Kw
Outer Banks Mall
- 12 stations
- Payment required
- 5000 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959
- 250 Kw
Kill Devil Hills
- 8 stations
- Payment required
- 2012 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Up to 150 Kw
Jockey’s Ridge State Park
- One Station, Two plugs for J-1772
- Free
- 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959
- 2 Kw – activated by the ChargePoint app
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
- One station for J-1772
- Payment required
- 46375 Lighthouse Rd, Buxton, NC 27920
- 48 Kw
The Waterfront Shops
- Four stations for Tesla
- Free parking
- 1240 Duck Rd, Duck, NC 27949
- 16 Kw
These are some of the top-rated and most visited EV charging stations in the Outer Banks. You can find more options here, as well.
In total, the Outer Banks has 12 free stations, 20 Supercharger stations, 11 ChargePoint stations, 8 Tesla Destinations, and 3 Blink stations. No matter where you find yourself in the OBX, you’re never far away from a charging opportunity.
Book Your Outer Banks Getaway Directly Today!
As you plan your vacation, be sure to check out our selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals with an EV charger so you’re always guaranteed a full charge! Our offerings feature beautiful OBX homes that put you close to all the top activities and things to do in the area.
When you’re ready to make your vacation plans a reality, remember to book directly with Paramount Destinations for the best rates on your rental. Our team is standing by ready to help with everything from check-in to check-out. We can’t wait to see you!
