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2026 New Bern Hiking Spots Guide

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Seaside Villas, 3 story, elevator, garag...

Ocean vistas- Freshly constructed duplex (May 2019) with garage, elevator, 3 private balconies, and community swimming pool. Sleeps 8-10.This 3 story, 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, is gorgeously decorated, and located in charming Atlantic Beach, NC. A...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Beautiful suite on the 2nd-floor of a di...

The marvelous complex of Island Beach & Racquet Club is centrally located to all the area's best amusements, dining, and shopping. Offering amenities ideal for any family, Island Beach & Racquet Club provides guests with two oceanfront swimming...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Upscale Oceanfront, with Panoramic Views

Stunning ocean vistas. Upscale luxury in a beach home with expansive seascape vistas. This oceanfront bungalow has been floor-to-ceiling refreshed with an fresh modern coastal vibe that was designed by Susie to keep all different styles of visitors...

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

Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.