Where was The Outer Banks filmed?

Outer Banks, a Netflix original series, was filmed in South Carolina.

One of the newest Netflix original scripted dramas, Outer Banks, tells the tale of two rival teenage groups (the Pogues vs. the Kooks), who are on the lookout for buried treasure that's rumored to be stashed somewhere in the middle of the town. The fact that the show is currently listed among the top 10 shows on the homepage chart of the streaming service suggests that viewers are loving it.

Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke are the creators of the action-adventure mystery teen drama series Outer Banks, which made its Netflix debut on April 15, 2020. The show received a third season renewal in December 2021, with a 2023 debut date.

One would assume that production would bring the cast and crew to the actual location to film since the show's name is based on a group of tiny islands off the coasts of North Carolina and Virginia. It turned out that a political issue was the primary factor in the multiple location changes for the shoot.

In response to North Carolina's House Bill legislation, which required transgender people to use the bathroom in accordance with the sex they were assigned at birth, the show's production team chose to relocate their filming locations to South Carolina. LGBTQIA+ organizations across the state continue to fight for equal rights.

The locations in South Carolina where The Outer Banks was filmed are listed below:

Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant

The majority of the sun-drenched water scenes for this show were shot in Mount Pleasant's Shem Creek. The area's waterfront is a popular tourist destination because it offers stunning views, dining options along the creek, and a variety of water sports.

Pitt Street, Mount Pleasant

Pitt Street in Mount Pleasant serves as the backdrop for a number of the show's scenes. The Pitt Street Pharmacy and St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church are two of the many places featured in the show that can be found along this brief stretch in the Old Village. The Pitt Street Bridge is a great place to catch blue crabs.

The Wreck of the Richard and Charlene, Mount Pleasant

On the show, Kiara's workplace—a Kook who hangs out with the Pogues—is depicted as The Wreck. You'll be glad to know that The Wreck is also known as The Wreck of the Richard and Charlene, a nearby eatery in Mount Pleasant that serves fresh seafood. The name was shortened for the show.

Hunting Island Lighthouse, Saint Helena Island

The show included the only publicly accessible lighthouse in South Carolina, the Hunting Island Lighthouse. Sadly, the 1859 construction of the Hunting Island Lighthouse was destroyed during the Civil War. It was reconstructed in 1875 and is now a well-liked tourist destination. Before you go, check the website to see if it is open. You might not be able to enter due to ongoing repairs, but you can still approach and learn about it from tour guides outside the building.

Geechie Seafood, Mount Pleasant

Heyward's Seafood, played by Pope Heyward's father, is actually Mount Pleasant's Geechie Seafood. Fresh shrimp straight from Shem Creek can be found at this seafood shack. Actually, the entire region is a seafood lover's dream come true.

The Kiawah Island Golf Resort, Kiawah

The Kiawah Island Golf Resort, which served as a stand-in for the country club that hosted the Midsummer Night's party in Season 1, must be the most luxurious of all the luxurious Kook locales in the series. The resort offers a golf course, tennis courts, beachside activities, and a large number of opulent suites and villas.

Washington Square, Charleston

This lovely park in downtown Charleston is the ideal location for you and your significant other to have a romantic stroll. John B. and Sarah visited it as part of their day trip to UNC Chapel Hill. Washington Square, which is in the center of the city's historic quarter, is a great place to see some lovely azaleas, Spanish moss, and old oak trees.

Charleston Gaillard Center

John B. and Sarah made a second stop at the fictitious exterior of UNC Chapel Hill's law library, which is located in North Carolina, on their day trip to UNC Chapel Hill. It was really the Charleston Gaillard Center's exterior, which is located in the city. The imposing structure doubles as a concert hall and performance space where anybody can catch Broadway touring productions, the Charleston Symphony, and other performances.

Morris Island Lighthouse, Folly Beach

The Morris Island Lighthouse, which served as Redfield Lighthouse in the Netflix series and is situated just off the shore of Folly Beach, is recognized as one of the top attractions in South Carolina's Lowcountry and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Since an earthquake struck in 1886, the tower of this 1872 construction has tilted slightly to the northeast. It also happens to be the tallest lighthouse in the state at 161 feet.

The Ben Silver Collection, Charleston

The Charleston flagship of The Ben Silver Collection is the best place to get some affluent fashion. This vibrant fashion company, which was a second stop on John B. and Sarah's day trip, is well-known for its dressed-up beachwear for both sexes.

Why was the shooting location for Outer Banks changed?

In January 2019, Netflix revealed that the show would not be filmed in North Carolina because of House Bill 2, often known as "the bathroom legislation," which is a state statute. According to Newsweek, it basically claimed that transgender people had to use the restrooms that corresponded to the sex on their birth certificates. Even after the statute was partially abolished, some sections of North Carolina continued to enforce it.

The series' co-creator and Wilmington, North Carolina, resident Jonas Pate pushed to promote the repeal of the ban because he wanted the show to be filmed in the city he had imagined while he was creating it. Many members of the television show's cast and staff also protested the anti-LGBTQIA+ law. "This tiny law is costing this town seventy good, clean, pension-paying jobs, and sending a message to those people who can bring these jobs and more that North Carolina still doesn’t get it," said Pate to the Fayetteville Observer.

Instead, the project shifted one state south and began filming in Charleston, South Carolina, bringing with it a substantial chunk of the Wilmington-based crew. Pate is delighted with the way Netflix took it, even though he wasn't happy with the choice when it was made. "When we wrote [Outer Banks], it was 100 percent Wilmington in our heads," Pate told the Wilmington Star News. "We wanted to film it here, but Netflix made the right decision to insist on inclusivity, and we completely agree with them."

FAQs

Q. The Netflix series Outer Banks was created by?

A. Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke, created the series Outer Banks.

Q. What do the Pogues seek?

A. The Pogues try to get past challenges like drugs, love, fighting, friendship, money, and the disenfranchisement of being an American teen while being pursued by the law and a wealthy group of Kooks from Figure Eight.

Q. How many angles are used for filming Outer Banks?

A. Every scene in Outer Banks is typically filmed from three different angles, according to Netflix, to allow for the incorporation of improv.