Manteo, Coastal town in Dare County, North Carolina, United States.
The waterfront district of Manteo contains maritime structures, local shops, and restaurants along the Shallowbag Bay on Roanoke Island.
Founded in 1584, the town received its name from Native American Chief Manteo who assisted English colonists during their first settlement attempts.
The Roanoke Island Festival Park presents year-round exhibitions about Native American and English colonial life through interpretive programs and demonstrations.
Manteo provides direct access to Highway 64 and connects visitors to the northern Outer Banks beaches through multiple transportation routes.
The Fort Raleigh National Historic Site preserves the location of the first English settlement attempts in North America during the 1580s.
Location: Dare County
Inception: 1584
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
Website: http://www.townofmanteo.com
Website: http://townofmanteo.com
GPS coordinates: 35.90472,-75.66944
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:04
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