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Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party
July 12th, 2025 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM -
Annual Crab Cake Cook-off
July 18th, 2025 6:00 PM -
Carteret Community College Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament
July 18th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025
Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.
Located in the heart of Atlantic Beach, this pet-friendly, first-floor condo is close to everything. The lifeguarded beach at the Atlantic Beach Circle is a short 5 min. walk (just 3 blocks!), as are multiple eateries, a pet-friendly biergarten w/ food, surf stores, and gift stores. We have a pool surrounded by palm trees open from May-October and complimentary parking onsite!!---THE PROPERTY---King Junior Suite unit 111 features a King bed, full bathroom with bathtub, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, granite countertops, tile floor, and designer tropical decor. Owners have placed an HD flat screen TV in the unit for your convenience!Wanting to bring your family pets with you?No problem! All of our rooms are pet-friendly. We accept up to two dogs (no cats) per room for a pet fee of $20 per pet per nighttime.---POOL AND AMENITIES---Your suite is part of the condotel Island Inn of Atlantic Beach, which means you can appreciate all of the outstanding amenities this community offers. Soak up the sun and feel the beach vibes at our private-to-the-community pool surrounded by palm trees. We provide tables, chairs, loungers, pool towels, and cornhole for your relaxation and enjoyment.Appreciate the fast 3 block walk to the beach! When coming back from the beach, take advantage of our outdoor shower to rinse off sand from your feet and your furry friend’s paws. Need a soda or some ice? Ice is complimentary, and a soda vending machine is onsite. Wrap up the day spending some quality time and grilling out at our charcoal grille and picnic table area.---GUEST ACCESS---Park and walk to everything you need from the beach to the eateries to the surf stores! Free parking for one car onsite. Plus limited boat trailer parking available! Be sure to confirm boat trailer parking upon booking.--------------------------– HOME RULES –**MUST BE 21 YEARS TO BOOK.PET POLICYPlease let us know if you will be bringing your pet with you. We accept up to two dogs (no cats) per room for a pet fee of $20 per pet per nighttime. The pet fee is not included in the total price and is a separate transaction that is collected prior to check-in. Family Animals cannot be left unsupervised in a room unless crated, and they also must be kept on a leash when in the hotel common areas. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pet on hotel property and in the neighborhood. The use of hotel towels or linen to clean pet's urine and feces is not allowed. Please contact the front desk if you need additional cleaning materials to clean your dog's mess. Guests agree to be held accountable and will accept all liability for damages suffered. The hotel reserves the right to charge guests in excess of $100.00 for the cost of any damages.SMOKING POLICYALL rooms at this hotel are non-smoking. Smoking will not be allowed in any of the rooms. A penalty of $200.00 will be applied to a guest bill for violating this policy.DAMAGE POLICYWe reserve the right to charge guests the cost of rectifying any damage caused by the deliberate, negligent, or reckless acts of guests to the hotel’s property or structure. Should this damage come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right to make a charge to the guest’s credit/debit card or send an invoice for the amount to the registered address. We will however make every effort to rectify any damage internally prior to contracting specialists to make the repairs, and therefore will make every effort to keep any costs that the guest would incur to a minimum.COOKING POLICYDue to strong odors, please refrain from cooking and cleaning fish inside the rooms. A penalty of $200.00 Will be applied to a guest’s bill for violating this policy.REMOVAL OF HOTEL PROPERTYWe reserve the right to charge guests the cost of replacing any items that are removed from the premises by them. The charge will be the full replacement amount of missing items, including any carriage charges. Should the fact that the item is missing come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right to make a charge to the guest’s credit/debit card or send an invoice for the amount to the registered address.ITEMS LEFT BEHINDItems left in rooms or on premises will be held for 24 hours. We will not be responsible for items lost or stolen.LATE CHECKOUTCheckout is at 11am for all rooms with a 10 min. leniency window before being charged $50 per person per hour. We do offer a pre-approved late checkout for a smaller fee, based on availability.OTHER DETAILS TO NOTEThere are outside security devices placed throughout the property that are on all the time.
- Atlantic Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach today.
Appreciate a unique place has a style all its own. This brand new home features 3 en-suites, 3 covered porches, outdoor kitchen, laundry room and new furnishings. Only a couple blocks to the beach access and all the handsome sand and surf Atlantic Beach has to offer. It is close to Beaufort, Morehead City and Cape Lookout. There is ample parking for guest. The home provides plenty of room for people to have space and not be busy.Vistas galore. Every room lets you appreciate expansive vistas, watch the sunrise or the sunset while calming in this newly constructed home.Parking under the home and in the designated parking I front of home.We are available via text, e-mail or phone should a need arise during your visit.Very safe, family aligned area.If you have any questions please let me know so I can help answer them!- Hunting dog allowed outside in a kennel or in the storage shed- Crib available upon request. -2 family pets total allowed -There is a non-returnable fee of $150for the first pet and $150 for the second.
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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 is a favorite spot for families who want to have a little fun off the sand.
Come to Beaufort and leave your car parked for the entire stay. Steps from historical landmarks, ferry transportation, shopping, and award winning eateries and bars this Middle Lane hideaway is ideal for those who want to be in the heart of the action. This private Loft is located across the street from Aqua Restaurant and Backstreet Pub, fine dining and entertainment are at an arms reach.This second floor property features one king bedroom, one full bath, outfitted kitchen, dining and roomy living room areas. Outdoor veranda seating is the best way to drink your morning coffee or have an afternoon drink. Sheets and Towels are included. 2 cots are available for modest kids (these are not designed for adults or sizable teens). Additional $25 per kid per nighttime fee will apply. Conveniences Include: central air/heating, ceiling fans, wireless internet, TV in living room area, kitchen including: microwave, stove, full size refrigerator. A washer and dryer are also supplied in the unit.FAMILY PETS: Please note modest-mid size well mannered home trained dogs are allowed (two max per reservation). Additional costs apply for stay ($25.00 per nighttime per dog). If excessive shedding/damage occurs following stay cleaning/damage costs will apply. Pet policy must be agreed to upon booking. Outdoor Security Cameras: 2 cameras located on the exterior building for the commercial building entrances located downstairs from loft unit.
- Beaufort
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
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.
Welcome to your impressive oceanfront getaway! This roomy duplex features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, ideally blending comfort with pretty scenery. With broad vistas of the ocean, beach, and the iconic Bogue Inlet Pier, you’ll be captivated by the natural beauty surrounding you. A private walkway leads directly to the beach, where you can relax in the sitting area and soak in the serene ambiance.Step inside to discover an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the kitchen, living area, and dining area, creating a phenomenal space for gathering with family and friends. The entirely supplied kitchen is ready for your culinary adventures, equipped with everything you need to whip up delicious meals. On the main level, you'll find a comfortable king bedroom with simple access to a full bathroom that features a tub and shower.Venture to the upper level to experience the opulent master suite, which offers cavernous oceanfront vistas and private access to a deck where you can indulge in the striking scenery. This suite also includes a private bathroom with a tub and shower for your convenience. Additionally, there are two more bedrooms on this level—one with a queen bed and another with two twin beds—that share a hall bathroom complete with a tub and shower.The ground level adds to your convenience with an entry entry that includes a washer, dryer, and additional refrigerator. Outdoor enjoyment is just as painless, thanks to a hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower and a charcoal grille that’s ideal for al fresco dining. Stay connected throughout your stay with high-speed Wi-Fi available in every corner of the property.This duplex is available for Saturday to Saturday units only, with no family pets and no smoking allowed. Linens, including linens, bath towels, and kitchen towels, are included, and starting in 2025, beds will be made upon your arrival.Don’t miss the chance to discover the other side of this duplex, Kilpatrick West, as well as the neighboring Cottage East and West. When combined, these four units offer a total of 16 bedrooms and four kitchens and living areas, making it an ideal choice for sizable family gatherings or get-togethers. Your ideal oceanfront hideaway awaits!
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive music guaranteed to unleash your inner pirate. But be warned; we may need to enlist your expertise to man the water cannons and help defend our ship!
Surf Daze – Features at a Glance:3 bedrooms + additional tiny home bedroom3 full indoor bathrooms + completely enclosed outdoor bathroomKing, Queen, Full, and Two Twin beds (sleeps up to 8)Garage hangout with ping pong, mini split A/C, and TVPrivate swimming pool with loungersWaterfront on Archer’s CreekFire pitPet FriendlyKayaks and paddle boardsGolf cart supplied for beach accessHammock and outdoor calming spacesSplit-level layout with stairsFull kitchen with dishwasherGrille and outdoor dining areaWasher & dryerKeurig and drip coffee makersLinens and towels includedLiving room + separate family roomProperty Description:Welcome to Surf Daze, your chill coastal escape with just the right mix of vintage vibes and modern fun. Tucked along the calm waters of Archer’s Creek, this split-level getaway has space to spread out, places to hang out, and all the extras you didn’t know you needed.The main home features three comfortable bedrooms and three full bathrooms, while the on-site tiny home adds a fourth bedroom for the coolest kind of additional space. Downstairs, the garage hangout is ready for rainy days or tournament nights—ping pong, big-screen TV, and its own A/C mini split. Outside, you’ll find a private pool with loungers, a entirely enclosed outdoor bathroom, a hammock for lazy afternoons, and your own fire pit for s’mores under the stars.Grab a kayak or paddleboard and cruise the creek—or load up the supplied golf cart and head just mins. away to beach access with golf cart parking.With a outfitted kitchen, both Keurig and full pot coffee makers, a washer and dryer, and fresh linens ready for you, Surf Daze makes it painless to slip into vacation mode.Let the daze begin.✅ Booking & Safety RequirementsA signed Vacation Rental Agreement and valid photo ID are required to confirm your reservation.We stringently follow our cancellation policy and strongly recommend travel insurance for tranquility of mind.This home has stairs and is not fenced between the home, pool, or water/dock—please supervise kids closely.Golf cart use is limited to driving between the home and the beach.Golf cart drivers must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver’s license.Thanks for helping us keep Surf Daze safe and delightful for everybody!
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Located on the southern end of Emerald Isle, and easy to reach for visitors staying throughout the Crystal Coast, Mac Daddy’s is the destination of choice for countless fun-seeking vacationers of all ages who want a big dose of entertainment off the sand. Featuring a bowling alley, sports bar, arcade, and a sister miniature golf course – (the Golfin’ Dolphin) - visitors can expect plenty of good times when they make an outing to this all-around fun amusement center.
Come spend a week at Cloudburner West, an adorable Emerald Isle oceanfront duplex with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms! With its own private walkway to the beach, heaven is only a few steps away from this duplex! Who wouldn't want to walk outside to the deck each morning and greet the day while watching the emerald-colored waves roll by?!Level One: On this level of the home you will find bedroom #1 which has a king bed, a TV, and access to a hall bathroom.Level Two: The roomy living area is located on this level of the home and has a TV and direct access to the deck! Here you will also find the dining area and completely-equipped kitchen, which has everything you will need to eat well throughout your stay!Level Three: Bedroom #2 has a queen bed and access to a shared bathroom. Bedroom #3 has a queen bed, a TV, and access to a shared bathroom.Level Four: Bedroom #4 has a king bed, a TV, and its own private bathroom. Bedroom #5 has a king bed and a TV.Total Linens: 3 kings and 2 queensAdditional Conveniences: This home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your convenience. There are 5 TVs located around the home for your viewing enjoyment. You will also have access to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Instant Video, a Roku, a FireStick, and premium cable TV channels for all of your entertainment and streaming needs. You will also have access to a park-style grille, which is ideal for an afternoon or evening beachfront cookout, and eat outdoors at a convenient picnic table. Sip on your morning coffee or a yummy tropical beverage while curled up on your dune-top deck facing the Atlantic Ocean in all her glory! There is a practical outdoor shower for your use to rinse off after a long day in the sand and sea! The entirely-equipped kitchen includes all of the appliances you will need to prepare meals and snacks for your family all week long, like the oven, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. You will also find extras like a coffee maker, garbage disposal, slow cooker, and blender!Linens and towels included with beds made (weekly stays only).Rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday. Nightly units allowed with a 3-nighttime minimum (last min. and off-season only).No Smoking. No Family Animals.Special Notes:-There is ample covered parking on location for up to five cars or four cars and a boatPlease Note: Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that 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, the Crystal Coast Lady is specifically built for the purpose of sightseeing and dolphin watching. Visitors can enjoy exploring the beautiful downtown beaufort are, plus unbeatable perspectives of the region’s vast array of wildlife, shorelines, and on-the-water views. The Crystal Coast Lady is equipped with a snack bar, and 2 restrooms onboard.
Considering that the Crystal Coast has centuries of history as well as one of the most unique environments along the North Carolina coastline, it should come as no surprise that the region is home to an array of fascinating and thoroughly engaging museums. For a fun and educational rainy day activity, (or just a little excuse to get out of the sun), be sure you check out these “must see” museums that are found throughout the Crystal Coast.
Welcome to your home away from home at Casamare! This Soundside House provides 3 welcoming Bedrooms, 2 Cozy Baths and much more to recommend it!HVAC and Ceiling Fans throughout. Exterior Laundry Area with Washer/Dryer for your convenience. Living Area and Bedrooms with Intelligent TVs. Wireless High Speed Internet. A Entirely Equipped Kitchen includes Keurig Coffee Maker, Fridge, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, and Toaster Oven. Savor a friendly game of pool with the included Pool Table.Appreciate oceanside breezes and afternoon siestas in the Covered and Open Deck Areas with Furnishings. Maneuver around town or take a ride down the bicycle path with the Golf Cart & 6 Bicycles Rental Package ($400 + tax weekly stays, $200 + tax nightly stays), dine at home and create your seafood sensations with the Gas Grille, and make use of the Enclosed Outside Shower with Hot & Cold Water to rinse those cares away!Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking.Don't forget those canine family members! Up to 2 Dogs Accepted with our All-Inclusive Pet Policy for Weekly and Nightly stays - No fee! It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their family pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file. Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 2 nighttime minimum in advance during Off Season, last min. during In Season.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Queens Court 4104 is a 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom, Oceanview Condo.Total Bed Count: 1 King, 1 Double, and 1 TwinAdditional Conveniences: This condo is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your streaming and browsing convenience! You will have access to a Intelligent TV with basic cable channels and a DVD player too!Queens Court is an Oceanfront Condominium Complex within walking distance, not only to the ocean but to the water slide, miniature golf, eateries, shopping, go-carts, arcades & more!New Sport Court for tennis, badminton, pickleball, basketball, cornhole & putting green (facility only – equipment is not included), outdoor swimming pool (pool typically open May 15 - October 15 9am - 9pm), Grilling Area, Oceanfront Gazebo with seating, Private Beach Access Walkway, and Outside Showers. Please Note: Fire pit and clubhouse are for owner use only.PARKING INFORMATION:● Each reservation will receive 2 Gate Cards and 2 Parking Passes.● Golf Carts and boat/trailer parking are Not Permitted on Queens Court Grounds.Linens and Towels supplied with Beds Made for Weekly and Nightly stays.No Smoking.No Family Animals.Rents Weekly Sunday - Sunday. Rents Nightly with a 2 nighttime minimum in advance Year Round.Please Note:(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through Vacation Rental By Owner. The card supplied at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are stringently prohibited unless approved by management.
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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 best shelling destinations on the East Coast.
Visitors who are heading to the Crystal Coast will find a scattering of hotels and motels throughout the shoreline and inland communities, but will soon discover that the primary type of accommodations available are vacation rentals. Located all along the Crystal Coast beaches from Atlantic Beach to the town of Emerald Isle, a vacation rental is the generally preferred accommodations option for vacationers thanks to ample space, exceptional locales close to the water, and plenty of homes and condos to choose from.
This striking beach home, named "Sandtoesha," offers a extravagant home sanctuary ideal for your dream beach hideaway. Appreciate spectacular vistas of the ocean and sound as you relax on one of the cavernous outdoor balconies. Inside, you 'll find plenty of room for your whole family to kick back and savor a ideal Emerald Isle vacation. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, there's enough space for everybody. The ideal escape awaits at Sandtoesha!~1700 sq ft of living space across two floors. You will appreciate a short 2 min. walk to the beach, convenient, close access to Bogue Sound and located right across from the Emerald Isle Bicycle Path. This roomy duplex offers enough room for 6 people to kick back and relax, prepare a delicious meal or enjoy a gorgeous fiery, golden hued sunset from the sound side porch.Bedroom 1: King w/ ensuite bathroom | Bedroom 2: Queen | Bedroom 3: QueenGround Level: Features a garage for guests use and an enclosed outside shower on the back side of the home.First Floor: Offers Bedroom 1 with ensuite bathroom and oceanside balcony with seating. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are also on this floor along with a full bath in the hallway.Second Floor: Guests will enjoy a comfortable living room, modernly equipped kitchen and dining area ideal for family meals or game nighttime. More importantly, this floor maximizes the spectacular vistas of the ocean and sound. With porches on both sides of the home for everybody to enjoy morning coffee or an evening beverage. This floor also features the half bathroom.House Rules:No events or events.No smoking of any kind inside or outside the property. Additional cleaning costs apply.No family pets.No moving furnishings inside or outside the property. Additional costs apply.
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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 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.
You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It happens to the best of us. We’ve checked dozens of chair reviews and features. Here are our picks for best beach chair.
This striking home is everything you need for your vacation. With plenty of room for your whole family and only 3 mins. walking distance from the beach, you could not ask for anything more. This home has four king size beds, and one double bed and 4 full bathrooms. With a deck on the second and third floor, you can see the handsome sunsets we have at the Crystal Coast. The first level has a game room with a ping pong table for the kids to occupy themselves. Kitchen is completely equipped with stainless steel appliances. The master bath has your Jacuzzi tub to relax at nighttime after your calming day at the beach. Book today and see what the Crystal Coast has to offer.Golf Cart units are available through Tidewater Carts in Atlantic Beach for transportation to and from the beach.
- Atlantic Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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 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.
Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.
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 best shelling destinations on the East Coast.
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 views, fantastic beaches, and plenty of history in plain view around every sand dune, always tops the list of Crystal Coast attractions that can't be missed.
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, Morehead City, and the beaches of the Crystal Coast. Ideal for visitors who want to get back to nature while enjoying a day on the shore, this recreation area can please beach-goers, swimmers, nature fans, birders, anglers, and virtually every outdoor lover in between.
Beaufort explorers who want an easy launching point in the heart of town, or just a scenic spot to enjoy a quick picnic lunch and an incredible view, can head to the centrally located Grayden Paul Park. Tucked away along the waterfront on Front Street, this small park serves as one of the most popular launching destinations for kayaks, small boats, and a world of adventures on the local open waters.
The waterfront Cahooque Creek Recreation Site, located at the very corner where the Hancock and Cahoogue rivers meet up with the expansive Neuse River, is a water and boat lover's dream destination. With easy access to all three of these rivers, in addition to the Pamlico Sound and the Atlantic Ocean just miles away, vessels of all varieties, from kayaks to skiffs, will find ample watery terrain to explore.
Creekside Park is the largest park in the town of New Bern, and it’s situated close to the local airport, just off of US Highway 70. The park extends for 11 acres and since opening in 1997, is one of the most popular destinations for a myriad of both youth and adult sporting events.
The Curtis Perry Public Park, which is also referred to as the Taylor’s Creek Boat Ramp, is one of the most popular launching areas for local and visiting Beaufort mariners. Located on the edge of Lennoxville Road and Front Street on the eastern edge of the downtown area, this site is an accommodating destination for water fans of all varieties.
Take a breather from an exploration of busy historic Beaufort and enjoy some stunning views of the local waterfront with a visit to Fishermen’s Park. This small park that is a popular launching point for easy treks to the adjacent Rachel Carson Reserve is also a fine spot to pause, relax, and enjoy all the wild scenery that the Beaufort waterfront has to offer.
Located just east of the heart of the downtown region, Fort Totten Park is a small public park in a primarily residential area that has a healthy helping of things to do for visitors of all varieties.
Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike who want to enjoy a wild and natural day by the water.
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 barrier islands, the park is a scenic quick distraction for downtown travelers, or a full afternoon and evening of waterfront enjoyment overlooking the busy marinas and harbors that call Morehead City home.
New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.
The Lazy Livin is a private charter docked in the historic port town of Beaufort, North Carolina. We can comfortably accommodate 6 persons. Our standard charter begins with a cruise down Taylors Creek where you can take in views of luxury yachts docked on the Beaufort waterfront on the port side and Carrot island ponies and maritime forests on the starboard side. Then, we make our way to Shackelford Banks, part of th Cape Lookout National Seashore, where dolphin sightings are always enjoyed. So bring your camera! If seas permit, we can venture into the Atlantic Ocean via the Beaufort Inlet and cruise along the oceanside of Shakelford Banks to Cape Lookout. Once inside the Bight, keep and eye out for loggerhead turtles! The Lazy Livin' is a vintage 1971, 43’ Hatteras motor yacht that has been meticulously refurbished with all modern conveniences yet maintains her vintage charm. The yacht is a fine example of early North Carolina yacht building craftsmanship and the Hatteras brand is still a major industry in eastern NC. The captain, Monty Groff, holds a 100 ton Master Captain’s license and has been boating on the waters of the Crystal Coast for over 20 years. He’s also quick with a joke, but don’t believe all of his tall tales. If available, our cruises can also be customized for your special occasion, wedding proposals, anniversaries, small wedding. Captain Monty is also an ordained minister. Let the Lazy Livin’ and crew welcome you aboard for a memorable and intimate coastal experience for your family and friends!
The Morehead City Sports Complex is one of the largest destinations for active Morehead City locals and visitors who want to enjoy a little competition or easy-going fun off the sand. The 27.7 acre complex features a wealth of facilities designed for sporting events and pick-up games, and which welcomes spectators and visitors alike.
Hitting the seashore in Atlantic Beach is an easy venture, thanks to a number of local public beach accesses, including the sprawling Picnic Street Park. With a prime locale that straddles the borders of the Fort Macon State Park and the town limits of Atlantic Beach, this expansive parking area, known locally as "The Bathhouse," can accommodate hundreds of summer visitors, and provides a perfectly relaxing and undeveloped stretch of seashore that's easy to enjoy on any summer day.
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.
Let the kids enjoy a day off the beach while still having a blast with a visit to Morehead City’s Shevans Park. Found within a city block that’s just west of the heart of the downtown area, this kid-friendly park has plenty of room to roam, and enough entertainment and amenities to keep the Crystal Coast’s youngest visitors actively engaged.