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2026 Morehead City Birding Spots Guide

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Dog-friendly oceanfront duplex. Rent bot...

Welcome to Z-Scape West, an oceanfront duplex where the beach is your backyard, and relaxation is always within reach. This cavernous 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is the ideal spot for family getaways, group vacations, or a calming getaway with your...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Harbourside Hideout

Welcome to our beautiful studio condo, your ideal getaway for a comfortable and convenient stay! Located in a prime location, this modest yet modren space offers everything you need for a enchanting hideaway.As you step inside, you'll be greeted by...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

Emerald Isle Vacation Rental, Walk to Be...

Ultimate relaxation awaits at this 2-bed, 1-bath, Emerald Isle vacation rental! This freshly remodeled home features 2 Intelligent TVs, a entirely equipped kitchen, and a gorgeous outdoor space to wind down in following your well-spent days. Cast a...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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.

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...