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2026 New Bern Nature Spots Guide

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Oceanfront Emerald Isle on The Point - P...

Welcome to Moonlit Dunes — A Premier Oceanfront Escape at The Point, Emerald IsleWake up to uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean vistas, golden sunrises, and the sound of waves just beyond your deck. Moonlit Dunes is a true oceanfront home with private...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Dolphin's Run, Oceanfront House in Emera...

Spend a week in Dolphin's Run- a striking 4 bedroom, 2 bath Oceanfront vacation home. This inviting bungalow has an broad deck overlooking the sandy shores of the Crystal Coast!Relaxing furnishings including NEW chairs and a Flat Screen TV make the...

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

Rita’s Rejuvenating Oceanfront- Pool- ...

This description is only a modest part of the experience you can expect at this entirely equipped, one of a kind, ocean front escape. From the moment you step in you will set your eyes on the handsome vistas of this condo, Savor all the amenities of...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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.