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Annual Crab Cake Cook-off
July 18th, 2025 6:00 PM -
Carteret Community College Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament
July 18th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025 -
Traditional Skiff Rally
August 7th, 2025
Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...
Favorite Features:-Amazing Ocean view Swimming Pool with a great Tiki Bar!-Stylish and modern furnishings.-Ideal walkway to the beach.-Kitchen of your dreams!You'll want to stay in Emerald Isle forever after you've stayed in this handsome...
- Emerald Isle
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
You'll experience Slow M'Ocean at this beautiful Oceanfront House with Elevator!4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms. Upstairs Bedroom #1 is a King Master Suite with Private En Suite Full Bath, Downtairs Bedroom #2 is a Queen Master Suite with Private En Suite...
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...
Ocean Glen 12Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Welcome to your ideal coastal hideaway in Pine Knoll Shores, NC! This impressive condo is...
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 9
Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the...
Ocean Reef 9-B2 is a Second Floor Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo. Savor the warm ocean breezes from your private porch!Master Bedroom #1 has a Queen Bed, a Full Bath with a Whirlpool Tub and Shower and access to a private deck. Bedroom #2 has a...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment...
Fins East is a bright and beachy 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Oceanfront Duplex with marvelous ocean vistas! Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, on the Southern Outer Banks, this home is ideally located to get to all of the sights & sounds in or around our...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...
Sound of the Sea West 404 is a Fourth Floor Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo in the Sound of the Sea Community.Boasting phenomenal vistas of the pristine ocean, this home is attractively decorated and has a amazing view! The Living Area has a...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a...
The Bogue Sound is one of the primary enticing backdrops on the Crystal Coast. Bordering all of the coastal beach towns from Emerald Isle to Atlantic Beach, and serving as a popular portion of the Intracoastal Waterway that cruises through this...
Savor this comfortable brand new home, tucked away in a calming neighborhood. A incredible place for calming, only a 5 min. walk to some eateries (Fish hut and Flipperz) and one of our favorite hangouts, 77 West. Only a 4 min. drive (.08 miles) to...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
This classic beach bungalow is located just one block from the beach and Bogue Inlet. Being so close (3min walk) accepts for a convenient walk to splash and tan ocean side or catch world class red drum while fishing the Bogue Inlet! From the moment...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...
Visitors cruising along US Highway 70 in between the towns of Morehead City and Beaufort will briefly travel over a small parcel of land that makes a momentary appearance in between the two on-the-water bridges. This small slip of terrain is known...
Kick back and let your Inner Banks hideaway unfold with ease. Located in the heart of town, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental is within walking distance to everything New Bern had to offer, from attractions like Tryon Palace to local...
- New Bern
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...
Here is a list of some of our favorite beach toys for kiddos. We gravitate to unique, high-quality toys that inspire creativity. Some of these toys are classics, and some add a twist.
Come spend your next beach vacation on the striking Crystal Coast! Unwind and savor the ocean breeze and impressive vistas from our freshly refreshed, roomy OCEANFRONT duplex! This property has only been on the rental market for 1 year and is very...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 11
Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and...
Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the...
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of Beaufort, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife...
The waterfront world of Beaufort, Morehead City, the Shackleford Banks, and everything in between is at a mariner’s fingertips when they launch from the Newport River Pier and Ramp. Located directly on the water in between Morehead City and...
The Rachel Carson Coastal Reserve is a stunning stretch of barely-barrier island shoreline that’s found just off the coast of historic Downtown Beaufort. Covering 2,205 acres, this collection of three islands that are found along...
Beaufort explorers who want an easy launching point in the heart of town, or just a scenic spot to enjoy a quick picnic lunch and an incredible view, can head to the centrally located Grayden Paul Park. Tucked away along the waterfront on Front...
Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...
The Curtis Perry Public Park, which is also referred to as the Taylor’s Creek Boat Ramp, is one of the most popular launching areas for local and visiting Beaufort mariners. Located on the edge of Lennoxville Road and Front Street on the...
Water lovers who are on the hunt for a central and picturesque destination to launch a small vessel or kayak can head to Derwood’s Landing – a public park that’s known for its instant access to the sparkling local waters.
Take a breather from an exploration of busy historic Beaufort and enjoy some stunning views of the local waterfront with a visit to Fishermen’s Park. This small park that is a popular launching point for easy treks to the adjacent Rachel...
Harkers Island visitors who want to enjoy a waterfront expedition or just a little time on the sand can head to the Harkers Island Beach and Boat Ramp. Centrally located along the main road that heads to Harkers Island, this popular local spot...
The Lazy Livin is a private charter docked in the historic port town of Beaufort, North Carolina. We can comfortably accommodate 6 persons. Our standard charter begins with a cruise down Taylors Creek where you can take in views of...
Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors.
The Shackleford Banks is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, and is a barrier island system that is found just off the coast of Beaufort and Harkers Island, and which is a popular offshore beaching destination for summertime Crystal Coast...
Take a quick pause along the Beaufort waterfront near the NC Maritime Museum and you’ll spot the small but scenic Topsail Marine Memorial Park. This tiny parcel of land is a fine spot to take a pause from a self-guided walking tour, and to...