Morehead City's Jaycee Park is easily one of the most scenic parks along the Crystal Coast, and perhaps the region's busiest park in the summer season. Located adjacent to the waterfront, with wide open views of the Bogue Sound and neighboring barrier islands, the park is a scenic quick distraction for downtown travelers, or a full afternoon and evening of waterfront enjoyment overlooking the busy marinas and harbors that call Morehead City home.
Encompassing just a small section of the waterfront scene, the park has nonetheless become the "go to" destination for a number of Morehead City events and gatherings. From Memorial Day until Labor Day, the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department sponsors a summer concert series with weekly Saturday Night performances. Local and visiting bands take to the small outdoor stage at Jaycee Park and entertain park-goers from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., for free, in front of the completely stunning waterfront backdrop. Past musicians and bands have specialized in blues, jazz, rock, acoustic, and even reggae, and everyone is welcome to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit back and enjoy the show. For a seasonal schedule of upcoming performances, vacationers can visit https://moreheadcity.nc.gov/home-parks-recreation/concert-series/ or call the Parks and Rec Department directly at (252) 726-5083.
In addition to Morehead City Parks & Rec sponsored programs, the Jaycee Park also serves as a venue to a number of locally famous events, including the Big Rock Blue Marlin tournament's annual Pig Pickin', and the Morehead City 4th of July Fireworks display. In fact, Independence Day visitors will find that Jaycee Park has one of the best views of the incredible fireworks that are launched, yearly, over the waterfront.
For non-event visitors, Jaycee Park also has its everyday charms. A small parking area borders the grassy expanse of land that extends to the waterfront, with just enough room for a game of Frisbee or tag, as well as a shaded gazebo that allows less active visitors to take a break out of the sun and enjoy the saltwater breeze. There are also two covered picnic tables for quick lunches, six benches, piers located along 8th and 9th streets and restroom facilities. Within easy walking distance of the downtown shopping and dining scene, a visit to Jaycee Park is a perfect spot for busy Morehead City sightseers to take a break and enjoy a relaxing view of the open water.
Though certainly one of the region's smallest parks, the Jaycee Park is nonetheless one of its most beloved. Bustling with activity during the summer, and a quiet break for travelers when not in use for a big community event, the Jaycee Park is a perfect locale for visitors of all varieties to get a big helping of the Morehead City waterfront.
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The Crystal Coast's offshore waters are guarded by the US Coast Guard, and Emerald Isle is home to one of their flagship stations, encompassing a large section of the town's western edge, adjacent to the inlet, and marked by an unimposing station house that more closely resembles a classic beach cottage than a military outpost.
Like many of North Carolina's coastal islands, Emerald Isle was first home to Indians; the Algonquin Indian tribe occupied the surrounding countryside from about 500 A.D. to colonial times. Later, the area was settled by whalers and fishermen.
Sound of the Sea West 301 is a Third Floor Oceanfront 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo in the Sound of the Sea Community.Living area has a TV, DVD Player, and access to a covered deck with table and chairs. Dining area. Kitchen/Bar Area with dishwasher, microwave, in-unit washer/dryer. Master Bedroom has a King Bed, TV and Private Full Bath. Bedroom #2 and #3 each have 2 Twin Beds, TV and access to the Shared Full Bath.Conveniences: 4 Color Cable TVs, 2 DVD Players, High-Speed Wireless Internet; Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave; Private Balcony with Furnishings.The Sound of the Sea Community offers on-site amenities sure to make your vacation fun and calming while the location provides simple access to many eateries, grocery stores, water park, mini golf, and unique stores!Community Conveniences: Gated Community, Two Outdoor Pools, Pool House, Outdoor Showers, Outdoor Grille Area, Tennis Facilities, Community Private Walkway to the Beach, Building Elevators, and No Smoking on Premises. Bluewater cannot guarantee Complex/Community Conveniences will be in service during the time of your stay.PARKING INFORMATION: Each reservation will receive 2 Gate Cards and 2 Parking Passes - Parking for 1 car at unit, 1 in general parking. 2 cars max - Sound of the Sea does not have overflow parking. Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly stays.No Smoking - this is a non-smoking community.No Family Animals.Rents Weekly only Sunday - Sunday.DOES NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY INSTANT PROMOTIONS.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6