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2026 Morehead City Nature Spots Guide

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Molly's Beachside Cottage 3BR 2BA Almost...

Get ready for a oceanside getaway at Molly's Beachside Cottage! This Almost Oceanfront House offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths as well as your own Private Elevator!Bedroom 1 provides a King Bed, Intelligent TV, Private Full Bath, and Private Deck...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Second Wynd, Luxury Home, Private Pool, ...

Second Wynd in Emerald Isle is a freshly remodeled coastal getaway where every bedroom features a private en-suite bath for comfort and privacy. Tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood, this thoughtfully furnished home blends modern luxury with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

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...

Almost Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Pebble Beach...

Features: Oceanfront complex offering oceanfront, ocean view and pool view condominiums in 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Security gate access, two outdoor swimming pools, indoor pool (heated in winter), kiddie pool, exercise center, outdoor grilles, lighted...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

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...

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...