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2026 Morehead City Nature Spots Guide

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3 BR Home | Hot Tub | Pet Friendly | New...

Located in a serene neighborhood, this newly constructed 3-bedroom home combines comfort, convenience, and style to cater to all travelers.Step inside and discover a well-appointed interior, featuring modern amenities and comfortable furnishings.Not...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Atlantic Beach - A Place at the Beach, P...

Ready to get away from the hustle and bustle? A Place at the Beach is a great resort-style condo complex that features a variety of amenities, complete with all of the fun in the sun! This unit is a short walk from both the outdoor pool and 30-ft...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Express Ferry Service

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...

The Sand Castle, Oceanside House in Atla...

Come experience true oceanside bliss at The Lookout in the Grove! The Lookouts at the Grove offers the ideal blend of relaxation and convenience, featuring a community pool just steps from your front door ideal for a invigorating dip or calming in...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

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...

Morehead City Ferry Service

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 Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Visitors can enjoy a quiet view of the Calico Bay and Newport River from this refreshingly secluded spot that’s tucked away on the outskirts of the downtown Morehead City area. Conchs Point is a public water access point, but it also has a ton...

Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...