Emerald Isle Area
Land Activities
- NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Enjoy a beautiful day at the beach!
- Emerald Isle Woods Park has a disc golf course and a dock, plus shoreline and forest trails, including part of the North Carolina Birding Trail.
- Rent a bike and enjoy the 16 mile Walking & Biking Trail along Emerald Isle!
Water Activities
- Fishing at Bogue Inlet Pier is a popular fishing spot. There are also deep-sea fishing charters in the area!
- Rent canoes, paddleboards, standing-boards, and kayaks to take out on the Intercoastal Waterway
- Boating
- Surfing
Fairs & Festivals
- NC Seafood Festival
- Find a List of Events on the Emerald Isle Website
Food & Restaurants
- Crab Shack
Desserts & Ice Cream Shops (click here for a full list of our Top 10 Ice Cream Shops in E.I.)
Beaufort Area
Land Activities
- NC Maritime Museum
- View the Yachts and Boats down by the waterfront walkway for a perfect photo op
- Cape Lookout – Lighthouse Climbs (For current information on dates of reopening the lighthouse climbs, please visit the NPS website) and Lighthouse Photo Op
Water Activities
- Shackleford Banks – Visit the wild horses roaming on this island. Truly a sight to behold!
- Lookout Cruises – Dock the 45-ft Catamaran Sailboat with seating up to 38 guests and take a cruise around the beautiful Beaufort coast. These boats have cushioned seating, plenty of shade, and large clean bathrooms on board.
Fairs & Festivals
Food & Restaurants
- Beaufort Grocery
Desserts & Ice Cream Shops