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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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Irish Mist, Oceanfront House in Emerald ...

Irish Mist is a 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Single Family Cottage on two living levels. Walking distance to pier, eateries and shopping! High Speed Wireless Internet Supplied!Ground Level: Covered Parking. Hot and cold outside shower. Permanent Barbecue...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
3 Minute walk to the ocean, Overlooks th...

This refreshed coastal unit is ready for you to savor the best of both worlds - the sound and the ocean! The condo overlooks the pool. Savor the breeze on the deck or from the common spaces. Take a short walk to the beach. Or just relax at the...

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

Pet-Friendly 3BR w/Fenced Yard & King Be...

Savor a comfortable and convenient stay on Park Ave in New Bern. This freshly remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is located just 1.8 miles from downtown New Bern and only 0.2 miles from the YMCA, making it a great fit for family visits, weekend...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

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...