Margaret’s guidebook
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Welcome to America's Favorite Town. Today, Beaufort possesses an old-world, southern charm, steeped in maritime history and the adventure brought by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. With world-class fishing, North Carolina's Crystal Coast is famous for its local seafood.
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Beaufort
Welcome to America's Favorite Town. Today, Beaufort possesses an old-world, southern charm, steeped in maritime history and the adventure brought by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. With world-class fishing, North Carolina's Crystal Coast is famous for its local seafood.
Sightseeing
Coastal nature reserve featuring several islands, salt marshes, wild horses & other wildlife.
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Rachel Carson Reserve
Front StreetCoastal nature reserve featuring several islands, salt marshes, wild horses & other wildlife.
Down East Kayaks
1604 Harkers Island RdIn addition to the fully restored fort, the park offers visitors both soundside and surf fishing, nature trails, ranger guided tours, a protected swim area, a refreshment stand, and a bathhouse. With the exception of the bathhouse, there are no fees to enjoy the park.
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Fort Macon State Park
2303 E Fort Macon RdIn addition to the fully restored fort, the park offers visitors both soundside and surf fishing, nature trails, ranger guided tours, a protected swim area, a refreshment stand, and a bathhouse. With the exception of the bathhouse, there are no fees to enjoy the park.
Harkers Island has the honor of hosting both the Cape Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center and the Core Sound Waterfowl and History Museum along its shores, making it a very special stop during any Crystal Coast trip. This area – made up largely of residential homes and private communities – offers some of the most unique views of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse (our Diamond Lady), as well as boat launches and marinas to explore a quieter, calmer side of the Coast. Official ferry service to Cape Lookout National Seashore is also available out of Harkers Island at the Visitor Center, found at the far east end of the Island.
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Harkers Island
Harkers Island has the honor of hosting both the Cape Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center and the Core Sound Waterfowl and History Museum along its shores, making it a very special stop during any Crystal Coast trip. This area – made up largely of residential homes and private communities – offers some of the most unique views of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse (our Diamond Lady), as well as boat launches and marinas to explore a quieter, calmer side of the Coast. Official ferry service to Cape Lookout National Seashore is also available out of Harkers Island at the Visitor Center, found at the far east end of the Island.
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises offers cruises near Atlantic, Beaufort, Gloucester, Havelock, Smyrna, and Emerald Isle!
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Crystal Coast Lady Cruises featuring the NEW "MISS CRYSTAL COAST"
600 Front StCrystal Coast Lady Cruises offers cruises near Atlantic, Beaufort, Gloucester, Havelock, Smyrna, and Emerald Isle!
Morehead City Ferry Service
709 Shepard Stthey have a sunset dolphin cruise
Freedom Park
1908 East BlvdThis 426-acre park has the largest natural living sand dune on the East Coast. Two self-guided trails and nature programs available year-round. Hang gliding, kite flying, hiking, visitor's center, small gift shop, museum, picnic facilities and restrooms.
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Jockey's Ridge State Park
300 W Carolista DrThis 426-acre park has the largest natural living sand dune on the East Coast. Two self-guided trails and nature programs available year-round. Hang gliding, kite flying, hiking, visitor's center, small gift shop, museum, picnic facilities and restrooms.
Enjoy the newly remodeled visitor center and the interactive activities and exhibits on aviation, historic preservation, and STEAM-based activities (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) provided by local and regional partners. Once inside the newly renovated visitor center, visitors will embark on a journey through the lives of Orville and Wilbur Wright, exploring their characters, diving into problems they solved and the methods they used that ultimately led to their first flight on December 17, 1903. Inside the Flight Room, visitors will once again be able to view the reproduction 1903 Wright Flyer - the flyer that made history during the first flight - along with a brand new 16-screen video wall!
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Wright Brothers Memorial
1000 N Croatan HwyEnjoy the newly remodeled visitor center and the interactive activities and exhibits on aviation, historic preservation, and STEAM-based activities (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) provided by local and regional partners. Once inside the newly renovated visitor center, visitors will embark on a journey through the lives of Orville and Wilbur Wright, exploring their characters, diving into problems they solved and the methods they used that ultimately led to their first flight on December 17, 1903. Inside the Flight Room, visitors will once again be able to view the reproduction 1903 Wright Flyer - the flyer that made history during the first flight - along with a brand new 16-screen video wall!
We love this ferry service! We have used them twice. Once for a sunset trip and the other just to go to Shackleford island for the day. Both times we had a great experience. Both staff members on the boat were helpful, friendly and kind. Also very informative and knowledgeable about the area and island. We will definitely be using them again in the future.
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Island Express Ferry Service
1800 Island Rd
We love this ferry service! We have used them twice. Once for a sunset trip and the other just to go to Shackleford island for the day. Both times we had a great experience. Both staff members on the boat were helpful, friendly and kind. Also very informative and knowledgeable about the area and island. We will definitely be using them again in the future.
The national seashore features the iconic Cape Lookout Lighthouse, an historic village to explore, and miles of beaches.
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Cape Lookout
The national seashore features the iconic Cape Lookout Lighthouse, an historic village to explore, and miles of beaches.
Wet slips
Featuring more than 200 feet of waterfront, private boat ramp use, and boat basin, Core Creek Marine Park in Beaufort, North Carolina, has the ability to serve most vessels. Our basin is protected from most hurricanes which makes our marina facilities one of the safest hurricane habors around. HURRICANE MEMBERSHIPS are available. Wet slips are available!
Core Creek Marine Park
329 Core Creek RdFeaturing more than 200 feet of waterfront, private boat ramp use, and boat basin, Core Creek Marine Park in Beaufort, North Carolina, has the ability to serve most vessels. Our basin is protected from most hurricanes which makes our marina facilities one of the safest hurricane habors around. HURRICANE MEMBERSHIPS are available. Wet slips are available!
Nearby Fishing spot
This is 1/2 mile from the house you can put in a kayak small fishing boat or fish off the bridge
North River Bridge
Highway 70 BettieThis is 1/2 mile from the house you can put in a kayak small fishing boat or fish off the bridge
Food Scene
Festive tavern offering steamed seafood & other American fare, plus a tiki bar, pool & live music.
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Blackbeard's Grill and Steam Bar
1646 Live Oak StFestive tavern offering steamed seafood & other American fare, plus a tiki bar, pool & live music.
Sea Side Galley
311 Island Rddecent food good prices