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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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Soul Shine - water views, heated pool, h...

Soul Shine is THE premier vacation spot in for the entire family ANY TIME OF YEAR! Whether you are looking for a calming beach stay or an action-packed family vacation, Soul Shine is equipped to provide the ideal getaway for your well-deserved...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Sound Of The Sea West 105, Oceanfront Co...

Sound of the Sea West 105 is an Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in the Sound of the Sea Community.Located on the first floor of the high rise building, beach access is a breeze! Enormous living area with Queen Sleeper Couch faces the ocean with...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Sale! 5Star Reviews Luxury2 Bedroom Hous...

Luxury 5-Star Coastal Retreat with Community Pool — Steps to Atlantic Beach | Sleeps 4Indulge in an elevated beach experience at this impeccably maintained, five-star luxury bungalow located just a few steps from Atlantic Beach’s premier public...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

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...