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The Best Episodes of Outer Banks Season 3

Every episode of Outer Banks Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Outer Banks Season 3!

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On a North Carolina island of haves and have-nots, John B and his tight-knit crew of friends find mystery and adventure while hunting for lost treasure.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 10 - Secret of the Gnomon
    8.5/10(2268 votes)
    S3:E10

    The Pogues' search for El Dorado brings them deep into the jungle, where John B and Sarah face the ultimate test of their courage and family bonds.

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  2. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 9 - Welcome to Kitty Hawk
    8.2/10(1868 votes)
    S3:E9

    With their ride to Orinoco waiting on the tarmac, Kiara and JJ run into several complications. Rafe has a change of heart.

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  3. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 5 - Heists
    7.8/10(1801 votes)
    S3:E5

    Sarah convinces an old friend to help with a high-risk, high-reward mission. Looking to access a museum collection, John B and his dad get creative.

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  4. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 7 - Happy Anniversary
    7.7/10(1748 votes)
    S3:E7

    With Singh on the move, John B and JJ scramble to catch him. Pope makes a breakthrough. Sarah questions where her loyalties lie.

    Director:Gonzalo Amat
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 8 - Tapping the Rudder
    7.7/10(1715 votes)
    S3:E8

    Rafe lays his cards on the table and Sarah calls in two favors. JJ's unorthodox plan to get to South America lands John B in hot water.

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  6. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 1 - Poguelandia
    7.5/10(2228 votes)
    S3:E1

    An unexpected rescuer takes the Pogues from a remote island to Barbados, where they encounter a powerful treasure hunter with his own agenda.

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  8. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 2 - The Bells
    7.3/10(1908 votes)
    S3:E2

    As her friends mount a rescue attempt, Kiara agrees to an uneasy truce with Rafe. A familiar sound grabs John B's attention.

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  9. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 3 - Fathers and Sons
    7.2/10(1829 votes)
    S3:E3

    Big John and John B pick up where they left off — for better or worse. Cleo and Pope form a new club. Rafe reconnects with Ward.

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  10. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 6 - The Dark Forest
    7.2/10(1726 votes)
    S3:E6

    Secrets threaten to drive a wedge between John B and his friends. Sarah revisits a past life. Pope reaches a breaking point.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 4 - The Diary
    7.1/10(1785 votes)
    S3:E4

    An emotional homecoming is easier for some than others. Big John searches for the diary. Ward's plans for a prized possession don't sit well with Rafe.

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Secret of the Gnomon" is the best rated episode of "Outer Banks" season 3. It scored 8.5/10 based on 2268 votes. Directed by Jonas Pate and written by Josh Pate, Shannon Burke, it aired on 2/23/2023. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Welcome to Kitty Hawk".