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Bird Hike at Fort Macon
August 3rd, 2026 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM -
Cape Lookout National Seashore Starlight Cruise
August 8th, 2026 7:30 PM - 10:45 PM -
Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity presents Casino Night
August 14th, 2026 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
As you arrive, you'll savor the convenience of the ground level, which includes a covered carport, an enclosed hot and cold outdoor shower, and both charcoal and gas grilles for all your cookout needs. The handsomely landscaped yard provides a ideal...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Cozy two bedroom duplex on a very peaceful road. A five min. walk to the beach access as well as the marina to launch your boat. This home is on a dead-end where you can walk to a new playground that overlooks the ICW. It is completely furnished 2...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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...
A ideal North Carolina escape, Beaufort Villas #B offers tranquility and peaceful while still being in the heart of Beaufort - you're just two blocks from the historic downtown Beaufort waterfront! Whether you have come to soak up the sunshine on...
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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...
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 outlying islands as well as guided tours of some of the region’s most wild spots, this tour company has a lot to offer for shell seekers, nature buffs, and everyday adventurers alike.
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.
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 link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and...
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 Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the...
Just west of the town of Emerald Isle, and across a maze of marshy terrain off the coast of mainland Swansboro, lies Hammocks Beach State Park, an incredible refuge for beach lovers who want to forego the crowds, and enjoy a parcel of barrier island...
Fort Macon State Park, located outside the eastern borders of Atlantic Beach, is one of the most visited and highly acclaimed destinations along the Crystal Coast, and for good reason. The expansive 389 acre park, which features gorgeous inlet...
The Cape Lookout National Seashore is a 56-mile long stretch of the Southern Outer Banks barrier island terrain that runs from Ocracoke Inlet to the northeast side of Beaufort Inlet. Comprised of three separate islands – the North Core Banks...
Crystal Coast visitors who want an easy-going day on the seashore can head to one of the most convenient public beach accesses in the region, the Circle at Atlantic Beach. Known as the main “Town Beach” and located in the heart of the...
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...
The Shackleford Banks is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, and is a barrier island system that is found just off the coast of Beaufort and Harkers Island, and which is a popular offshore beaching destination for summertime Crystal Coast...
Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors.
Harkers Island visitors who want to enjoy a waterfront expedition or just a little time on the sand can head to the Harkers Island Beach and Boat Ramp. Centrally located along the main road that heads to Harkers Island, this popular local spot...
Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to...
We designed our 30,000 square foot fitness facility with your comfort and convenience in mind. We’re sure you will agree! A basic membership includes group fitness classes, top of the line strength training equipment, new TRX studio, and...
Are You Ready for a Summer of FUN? The Salty Pirate Waterpark is now open for the 2024 season! Compact outdoor waterpark offering tube and mat slides, a children's area and deck area. The park will be opening in May 2024 for another exciting season!