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2026 Pine Knoll Shores Nature Spots Guide

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1-Bedroom Apartment near Fort Macon + Be...

Appreciate a striking beachside escape at this 1-bedroom apartment in Atlantic Beach’s A Place at the Beach III. Ideal for couples or families, this unit includes a private balcony, full kitchen, and additional sleeping area. With indoor/outdoor...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Sands Villa Resort Oceanfront Condo with...

Find your oceanfront getaway at this Atlantic Beach vacation rental! Located in the Sands Villa Resort, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo invites guests to relax and savor access to both indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, and a private...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

OCEANFRONT 4 BR/2 BA 1/2 duplex with stu...

We are "locals" in Emerald Isle, and pleased to host your family vacation in our comfortable oceanfront home. Whether you are looking for a charming hideaway, a fun gathering place for the family, or an impressive fishing destination, Sea Star is...

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

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

The aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is a top rated attraction for Crystal Coast visitors of all ages. A fascinating destination for kids and adults alike, the sprawling coastal facility, located along the Bogue Sound on Roosevelt Drive, is an...

Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area

Take a walk on Pine Knoll Shores' wild side with a visit to the pristine, undeveloped Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, an expansive 265 acre nature preserve, conveniently located next to the town's most visited attraction, the North Carolina...