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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

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3BR- Dogs OK- Ocean Front - Master Suite

Welcome to your private beach getaway in this roomy oceanfront duplex, where comfort meets striking coastal vistas! Spanning 2,400 square feet, this home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a additional room equipped with bunk beds—making it ideal...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
2nd-floor condo with beach access, in/ou...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Located among the dunes of North Carolina's coast, this two-bedroom condo offers a peaceful, beachside escape from the everyday. Just a stone's throw from Fort Macon State Park...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

2nd Row Oceanview, private pool, elevato...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:Bed linens and Bath towelsElevatorGas GrilleHome TheaterCovered DecksPool TablePrivate Pool2nd FridgeWifiDESCRIPTIONS:At Last is a sizable, 2nd row beach home with exceptional vistas from all levels, private pool, and an elevator....

  • Emerald Isle
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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 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...