OBX Beach Driving Blog
Why We Rent Nissan Armadas and Infiniti QX80s for Beach Driving
Most people are surprised when they see full-size SUVs in a beach 4x4 fleet. Here’s the short version: the Nissan Armada (2017 and newer) and the Infiniti QX80 aren’t ordinary American family SUVs. Both are built on the platform of the Nissan Patrol — the truck Toyota Land Cruisers compete against in the Australian Outback…
Spring 2026 Beach Driving Conditions on the Outer Banks
Spring on the OBX 4x4 beaches: softer sand, tighter tide windows, Cape Hatteras bird closures, and foaling season for the Corolla wild horses. What to expect on the sand this April, May, and early June.
Corolla Beach Driving: The Complete Guide to the 4x4 Beach
A first-timer’s in-depth guide to driving the Currituck 4x4 beach in Corolla — tides, airing down, sand-driving technique, the wild horses, weather by season, and a full pre-drive checklist.
Corolla Beach Driving Permit: Do You Need One?
Heading to Corolla for a beach 4x4 adventure? Here is exactly when you need a permit on Outer Banks beaches and when you do not.
