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2026 New Bern Nature Spots Guide

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Over by the Sea: Dog & snowbird-friendly...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Come and experience a calming and unique escapade at this snowbird-friendly home in Atlantic Beach! Delight yourself with marvelous sound vistas from the front decks and...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Maritime West B1, Oceanfront Condo in Pi...

Maritime West B1 is a 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath, Oceanfront Condo. Unwind on the Screened Porch and savor the cool ocean breeze as you appreciate handsome vistas of the Atlantic Ocean - the ideal spot to have your morning coffee while you watch the dolphins...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Dunescape Villas 251: Coastal Charm Meet...

Dunescape Villas 251 is a vibrant 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom oceanfront getaway located on the second floor. This polished hideaway features a modern, entirely equipped kitchen with a striking blue geometric backsplash and a layout designed for...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

The impressively grand Tryon Palace is easily one of New Bern's most famous local attractions. With a central location on the outer edges of downtown, and bordering acres of riverfront, this historical recreation of a late 1700s governor's palace...

Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad...

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

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.