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2026 Morehead City Scenic Spots Guide

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Classic Oceanfront Beach Cottage!

DESCRIPTION: Escape to this oceanfront Emerald Isle getaway, ideal for a calming Crystal Coast hideaway. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom beach home offers direct beach access, expansive ocean vistas, and plenty of coastal appeal. Appreciate your morning...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Seaside Serenity @ TopShelfStays: Chic &...

Embrace the Atlantic Beach Vibe! Just a leisurely 10-min. walk from the ocean, our location is ideal for beach enthusiasts, while boating aficionados will savor the proximity to a public boat ramp.The townhouse features two bedrooms, one and a half...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Island Ferry Adventures

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...

Private and Quiet Beach House!

Hi Everyone! Welcome to our Beach House located in the heart of Emerald Isle, walking distance to eateries, piers, entertainment and the beach! Whether you are ready to hit the town or grab some spectacular seafood and prepare at home, Emerald Isle...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Newly renovated! The Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel, formerly The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores. offers oceanfront rooms, direct access to the beach, sun, sand, surf and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Always just a few steps from the ocean...

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...

Morehead City's Jaycee Park is easily one of the most scenic parks along the Crystal Coast, and perhaps the region's busiest park in the summer season. Located adjacent to the waterfront, with wide open views of the Bogue Sound and neighboring...