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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

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Sassy Seagull West, Oceanfront Duplex in...

New for 2026 - New refreshed Queen bed and painting!Savor your next stay in Emerald Isle at this economical, pet-friendly, 3-bedroom, 2-bath Oceanfront Duplex! Located in enchanting Emerald Isle, on the Southern Outer Banks, Sassy Seagull West gives...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Spacious 3rd-Row Beach Home with Private...

Welcome to your Emerald Isle escape! This modernized 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation home with a additional room is designed for comfort, relaxation, and memorable memories. With sleeping arrangements that include a King, 3 Queens, Bunk, and another Bunk...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Steps Away from the Ocean at Southwinds

Step into your calming coastal escape—an oceanfront first‑story condo that brings the beach, boardwalk, and pool right to your doorstep. With handsome vistas and a bright, comfortable layout, this space is designed to make every moment of your...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

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...