Take advantage of the temperate spring weather and uncrowded shorelines to discover the wealth of wildlife that calls this coastal North Carolina region home. The Bird Hike at Fort Macon is a fun and engaging opportunity to explore one of the Crystal Coast’s most renowned landmarks while spotting a myriad of local and migrating birds that flock to this coastal destination.
If you’ve ever wanted to test your mettle when it comes to construction, while enjoying an activity that will result in something special, then you’ll want to sign up for the Introduction to Wooden Boat Building Course. This unique event that is held in the heart of Beaufort is an intricate course of how to build a boat from the ground up, and best of all, will result with a newfound intricate knowledge of how to craft a boat or two of your own.
The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.
Come and marvel as a fleet of wooden boats are constructed from start to finish before your eyes at this competition that pits boat-builders against each other in one of the most anticipated events of the Annual Wooden Boat Show. The BoatBuilding Challenge is an event that's been going strong for more than 15 years as of 2026, and the competition features 18 teams who will battle it out to craft the best wooden boat in just four hours’ time.
Visitors can explore the best aspects of downtown Beaufort inside and out with the annual Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. Held throughout this coastal community, and featuring a number of popular sites including the buildings within the Beaufort Historic Site, area gardens, local churches, the Old Burying Ground and much more, this event provides an in-depth look into what makes Beaufort both historic and continually charming.
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.
BRAND NEW Coastal Cottage in handsome Beaufort, NC. Take in the extraordinary ambiance of this cozy oceanside town. A short walk or bicycle ride from shopping, eateries, the Maritime Museum (Blackbeard history), Old Burying Grounds, and wild horses...
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Welcome to your Emerald Isle hideaway. This freshly refreshed family-friendly home is in the heart of it all—just a short walk to the beach or a fast drive to the private, gated beachfront parking (with showers for a quick rinse-off after sandy...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
Come visit Sea Salt Villa! This is a 3 story villa finished in 2018. It is located across the street from pretty Atlantic Beach. From the front door to sandy beach is just a 5 min. walk. Eateries are located mins. away by foot. This home features 2...
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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...