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2026 Cape Carteret Activities Guide

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Hip Newly Renovated Historic Riverside H...

The James Albert a restored 1900 home in historic Riverside New Bern and is pet friendly. Features coffee bar, 3 roomy queen bedrooms and dedicated work space, parking for 2 cars, complimentary street parking and upon request room for a boat or...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Oceanfront Emerald Isle Escape w/ Privat...

Feel the ultimate beach hideaway at this 5-bedroom, 4-bath vacation rental. With the sand and surf just steps from your doorstep, you'll have countless opportunities for sun-soaked adventures! After a day of exploring striking Emerald Isle Beach or...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Private Luxe Beach Getaway!             ...

Wake up to the calming sound of waves at your private beach getaway on Emerald Isle. Your Crystal Coast adventure begins at this freshly refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach getaway, just a 1-min. walk to the ocean.Located oceanside, only one block...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Lookout Cruises

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...

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...

Mariners who are cruising along the Intracoastal Waterway, the Newport River or the Bogue Sound will find a safe haven to call their “home port away from home” at the centrally located Dudley's Marina. Found just off of Cedar Point Blvd...

For a lot of outdoor fun that’s found just slightly off the beaten path, head to the Golfin' Dolphin. This kid-friendly amusement park that’s located just inland of the Crystal Coast beaches has veritably everything a vacationer could...

The Star Hill Golf Club is found in the small community of Cape Carteret, just across the bridge to Emerald Isle, and is renowned as one of the oldest and most established golf courses along the Crystal Coast. Opened in 1967, the club features 27...

We designed our 30,000 square foot fitness facility with your comfort and convenience in mind. We’re sure you will agree! A basic membership includes group fitness classes, top of the line strength training equipment, new TRX studio, and...