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2026 Morehead City Nature Spots Guide

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Australian Gold West-Oceanfront 1/2 Dupl...

4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths – Luxury Oceanfront EscapeThis impressive multi-level oceanfront home features a King, 2 Queens, a Twin, and a Bunk Bed (Double/Twin), with linens included and beds made for your arrival.Ground Floor: Oceanfront bedroom with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Deep Water Canal, Fish from Dock, Walk t...

Welcome to The Beech Barn – your laid-back launchpad for salty adventures and sunny memories!Tucked along a deep-water canal with direct access to Bogue Sound, this coastal gem is made for boat days, beach calming, and good vibes all around. Tie...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

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...

3rd Row Oceanview,Private pool,hot tub,p...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:Bed Linens and Bath TowelsFoosball TableFull-Size Washer/DryerGas GrilleHot TubHot/Cold Outdoor ShowerOpen and Covered DecksPet FriendlyPrivate PoolWiFi throughout Home DESCRIPTION:The name says it all! Sanctuary offers phenomenal...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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.

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...

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...