Southern Environmental Law -Crystal Coast

More than 120 coastal communities oppose offshore drilling- the coast has spoken, and we are determined more than ever to protect our coast. Communities, elected leaders, and impacted businesses and residents along the...

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

The Bogue Island Fishing Pier is a legendary landmark for long time Emerald Isle vacationers. Built in the late 1950s, and operated by the same family for well over 40 years, the fishing pier is a paradise for anglers...

Carolina Kitesurfing

Emerald Isle visitors who want to dive into the region’s hot paddle boarding and kiteboarding scene can book a rental, tour or lesson through the homegrown Carolina Kitesurfing. Based in the heart of the town of...

Cedar Street Park

Emerald Isle vacationers who want to explore the wide waters of the Bogue Sound via a kayak, paddle board, or kiteboard rig can head to Cedar Street Park. This soundside park that’s almost hidden among the...

Emerald Club Tropical Beach Bar

Crystal Coast vacationers who are looking for a cool Happy Hour hang-out or a night of fun can head to the Emerald Club Tropical Beach Bar for an always entertaining world of ice cold drinks, good music, and plenty of...

Emerald Isle Adventures

From enjoying a charter fishing trip that’s guided by an experienced captain and crew, to renting your own vessel to leisurely cruise the surrounding Crystal Coast waters, there’s a lot of on-the-water fun...

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Isle vacationers don’t have to venture too far to discover an entirely different coastal environment via the community’s newest park, Emerald Isle Woods Park. Located just off of Coast Guard Road...

Flatwaters Paddling

Riders of all styles, abilities, and tastes will find the board of their dreams at Flatwaters Paddling. This one-stop-shop for water adventures features a wealth of boards for sale and rent, as well as special guided...

Hot Wax Surf Shop

There’s a whole host of ways to have fun on the Emerald Isle waters with the help of Hot Wax Surf Shop. Located just off of Emerald Drive along Mallard Dr., this centrally located surf shop offers a lot more than...

Hwy 58 Bicycles

From daily rentals to repairs, local and visiting cyclists alike can get moving with a visit to Hwy 58 Bicycles. Locally renowned as Emerald Isle's only complete bicycle shop, Hwy 58 Bicycles has been providing the...

Island Harbor Marina

Located in the heart of Emerald Isle, the Island Harbor Marina is a convenient resting spot for Intracoastal Waterway travelers who want to relax and explore the Crystal Coast shoreline without venturing too far from...

Nancy Lee Fishing Charters

Emerald Isle visitors don’t have to venture too far to enjoy exceptional fishing opportunities, thanks to the island’s own Nancy Lee Fishing Charters. Located along the bridge to the beach, this experienced...

Salt Ultra Lounge

Night owls who want to dance the night away during their Crystal Coast vacation will love the splashy, sleek and ultimately fun atmosphere of Salt Ultra Lounge. A posh nightclub that’s located in the heart of...

Teezher Charters

For an incredible offshore fishing trip that departs from the heart of Emerald Isle, turn to locally owned and operated Teezher Charters. This local charter business that specializes in light tackle live bait fishing...

The Point

Head to the very western edge of Emerald Isle to discover an iconic spot that’s been popular with longtime vacationers and locals alike – The Point. This informally named stretch of beach is where the...

Water Boggan

Vacationers who want to enjoy a family-friendly day of watery entertainment off the beach can head to Emerald Isle’s own water-themed amusement park, Water Boggan. Located in the heart of town, just a hop, skip...

Crystal Coast
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service

Based in the town of Beaufort, and 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 shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises features one of the largest fleets of cruise ships along the Crystal Coast, and as a result, can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of Beaufort, and easy to reach for any sightseer exploring the historic downtown area, visitors can enjoy unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views.

AB Watersport Adventures

AB Watersport Adventures

There are literally endless ways to enjoy the water along the Crystal Coast, and AB Watersport Adventures has explorers of all varieties covered with a suite of rental equipment and gear to make an on-the-water expedition a day at the beach. Located along the Atlantic Beach Causeway, and easy to reach for folks staying along the barrier island as well as Morehead City, this convenient and accommodating watersports company serves as a launching point for a host of fun-filled days on the Southern Outer Banks.