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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

Crystal Coast Map
Emerald Isle Indian Beach Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach Shackleford Banks Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout Cedar Island Harkers Island New Bern
'The Tipsy Flamingo' ~ Incredible Salt M...

Book your next beach hideaway here at 'The Tipsy Flamingo,' a colorful stilt home just blocks from Atlantic Beach! This coastal getaway features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a private deck, and outdoor shower, so you can make the most of your time in the...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
OCEANFRONT HALF DUPLEX SLEEPS 9 w 4 BDRM...

NEW - BEAN BAG TOSS GAME, 4 BEACH TOWELS, 2 UMBRELLAS, PLENTIFUL CHAIRS, BOOGIE BOARDS, BARBECUE GRILL, SECTIONAL SOFA, ALARM CLOCKS, BLOW DRYERS, USB PORTS, GOTHAM STEEL POTS, BAKING TINS, NEW TEAL DINNERWARE, NEW OUTDOOR SHOWER FIXTURES, KEURIG...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Kitty Hawk Kites

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...

Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA...

We are pleased to host you in our comfortable oceanfront home, Sea Star. Whether you are looking for a charming hideaway, a fun gathering place for the family, or an appealing fishing destination, Sea Star is the place to be! This gorgeous sea...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
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...

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.

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...

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...

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...