The Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary is a protected area of diverse Outer Banks habitats where paddlers can enjoy viewing a wide variety of birdlife from the water. The sanctuary offers lots of small islands and protected water passages for exploration. The maze-like setting can get confusing so be sure to pay attention to where you are going when venturing off. Tidal influence is not a concern in this area and the waters are mostly protected but a northeast wind can make some areas impassible.