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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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1 Atlantic View, Oceanfront Home in Emer...

You'll fall in adore with the gorgeous oceanfront vistas from 1 Atlantic View! Take in the salty air, sea breeze, and expansive seascape in this 6-bedroom, 4 full baths oceanfront home located in the striking dunes of Emerald Isle. This roomy home...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
1st Floor Coastal Escape • Direct Beac...

Only steps from a peaceful, secluded stretch of shoreline, this comfortable Oceanfront Retreat offers Private Beach Access, a roomy grassy recreation area, and a shining pool for calming — all in an unbeatable coastal setting Close to...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Gorgeous Ocean Front Beach Cottage!

Astonishing Ocean front bungalow, the best beach experience possible! This gorgeously appointed bungalow sits right on the beach with private walkway and deck sitting over the sand. Unwind in the charmingly appointed living room looking out over the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...