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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

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Almost Beachfront, Almost Oceanfront Hou...

Located on a high dune, this nearly oceanfront home has sizable open and covered decks with ample furnishings, and offers broad vistas of the ocean and sound from all levels! The beach access is across the street and just three homes down, making...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Coastal Condo w/ Public Atlantic Beach A...

The best of Bogue Banks lies just outside your doorstep when you stay at this vacation rental in the Sea Spray Condos community. Hosting 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and comfortable amenities inside an open-concept interior, this beachy condo lets you relax...

  • 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...

Family Retreat with Hot Tub & Game Room ...

3 Bedrooms + 2 Bonus Rooms | 4 BathroomsBeds: 3 Kings | 1 Queen | 3 Bunk Beds | TrundlesSavor a fantastic coastal hideaway at this roomy home, just a short walk to the beach and packed with amenities for entertainment and relaxation. Designed for...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - Crystal Coast

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...

Morehead City Ferry Service

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.

Visitors can enjoy a quiet view of the Calico Bay and Newport River from this refreshingly secluded spot that’s tucked away on the outskirts of the downtown Morehead City area. Conchs Point is a public water access point, but it also has a ton...

Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...

Start your Crystal Coast adventure with a scenic trip exploring some of the Southern Outer Banks’ best beaches, courtesy of an expedition provided by Crystal Coast Ecotours. This experienced, educational and all-around fun company treats...