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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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Eyes of the Ocean - Peaceful Beach Retre...

Eyes of the Ocean is a striking coastal getaway just a 6-min. walk from Emerald Isle’s shining beach. Unwind in the comfortable open living area, prepare in the completely supplied kitchen, or sip coffee on private balconies. Families appreciate...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Beautiful private guest house with water...

Unwind at this relaxing place to stay. Gated access with no neighbors. 8 mins. from downtown Beaufort and Radio Island beach. Water vistas from the interior of the unit. Luxurious bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room. Extensive TV in the living room...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Shore Beats Workin', Almost Oceanfront H...

Shore Beats Workin' is a beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 bath and 2 half bath home in Ocean Shores in Pine Knoll Shores. Shore Beats Workin' has unbelievable vistas of the Ocean. This home has a Gameroom with Pool Table and Flat Screen TV, Private Pool and...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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 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...