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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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Scuttlebutt Nautical Cottage

1400 ft2 • Deck • Kitchen • BBQ • FAST WIFI • W/DWelcome to Scuttlebutt Nautical Cottage!Just one block from Taylor Creek and Beaufort’s breathtaking waterfront—and only a 10–15 min. walk to the beautiful historic downtown—this...

  • Beaufort
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Decks Ahoy, Oceanfront House in Emerald ...

Decks Ahoy, Mate! This 8 bedroom, 4 bath Oceanfront home has 2 Living, 2 Dining, and 2 Kitchen Areas! Ideal for huge family gatherings! Decks Ahoy has everything your family wants on your coastal vacation! Savor your amazing view from the broad deck...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Beautiful 2 story house on canal within ...

4 br, 2 bath, enormous laundry room, sunroom with canal view, open concept living room/kitchen. Upper and lower deck area. Outdoor shower. Dining area for up to 10. Plenty of parking. Outside firepit.

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
J Chalk Designs

Discover a treasure or two to serve as a timeless reminder of your getaway to the Crystal Coast with a visit to one of the most unique jewelry stores in the Carteret County region, J Chalk Designs. Specializing in fine pieces that are truly one of a...

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...

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...