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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

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My Shell A- Beach views

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place.Unwind with the whole family at this calming 2 bedroom 1 bathroom nearly Ocean Front triplex located in striking Atlantic Beach. This property puts you in close proximity to the Ocean and...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Suite Escape: King Suite Near Beach, Gol...

Welcome to Flip Flop Suites — Emerald Isle's only exclusively couples getaway! Tucked away from the noise, our sanctuary (located ½ mile from the beach) is designed for romance, intimacy, and pure relaxation. Each private suite features your own...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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...

Hudson Haven - Your Emerald Isle Paradis...

Your Emerald Isle Vacation Starts Here!Escape to the laid-back coastal lifestyle with this refreshed 3-bedroom, 3-bath beach getaway ideally located sound side on Emerald Isle. Designed for comfort, convenience, and memorable memories, this striking...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

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...

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...