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e . Table of Contents Welcome to the Crystal Coast.

History & Heritage...... 3 No matter where you go on ’s Crystal Coast, Beaches, Nature & Horses...... 5 you’ll find there’s a story waiting to be discovered. This pristine setting, Fishing, Diving & Boating...... 7 so rich in history and so blessed with natural beauty, has many tales to tell; Land To-Do List...... 9 each one more fascinating than the next.

Special Events...... 13

Accommodations...... 15 Get to know the sands of Emerald Isle, immerse yourself in the history

Restaurants...... 21 and colonial charm of Beaufort or climb to the top of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Recreation...... 23 for gorgeous views of the Crystal Coast. From the history to the beaches, to

the incredible attractions on land or on the water, it’s all here for you to experience.

So dive into this remarkable place full of exciting tales.

Chances are, you’ll leave with a few incredible stories of your own.

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History & Heritage

The Crystal Coast has seen many visitors throughout the centuries; from Spanish explorers who arrived in the 1500s, to the Pirate himself, to Union and Confederate troops who battled here during the Civil War. While they may be a distant memory, their captivating accounts have been well-preserved in such must-see places as The Maritime Museum in Beaufort, and the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Discover the voices of the past on the Crystal Coast and lose yourself in their unforgettable tales.

The infamous Blackbeard the Pirate left behind quite a collection of artifacts that you can learn all about at the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort. His life and times on the Crystal Coast are chronicled here on full display to give a better understanding of one of history’s most-intriguing figures.

Spend a few hours at Fort Macon and you’ll get more than a glimpse into what life was like for the soldiers of the Civil War. You’ll experience history coming to life with reenactments and daily tours of the grounds.

Head over to The History Place in Morehead City and discover a wide range of artifacts from the coastal region and the Research/Genealogy Library. Then learn about the rich heritage of waterfowling at the Waterfowl Museum on Harkers Island.

The deep holds many secrets and several of them can be uncovered by visiting the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. From exotic fish to a 300,000 gallon tank with a replica of a sunken WWII German U-boat, you’ll have a clearer picture of what lives under the waves.

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Beaches, Nature & Horses

Whether you seek something secluded, active or just plain unspoiled, there are a number of beaches waiting for you and your family. Due to its ideal positioning, the Crystal Coast has south facing beaches, allowing you to witness beautiful sunrises and glorious sunsets right over the water. However, you’ll discover more than pristine sand as this is the only destination in the state with a national forest, national seashore and state park all in the same county.

Descended from Spanish horses that swam to these shores from shipwrecks over 400 years ago, the wild horses on are a sight to see. With the elegant 150-year old Cape Lookout Lighthouse as a backdrop, the protected horses run free. To watch them in this natural state is nothing short of awe-inspiring.

Mother nature has been very good to the Crystal Coast with some of the state’s finest bird watching and acres of protected, untouched natural environment. It all gives you even more ways to completely lose yourself in the timeless beauty of North Carolina’s most-enchanted location.

5 5 Fishing, Diving & Boating

There’s more than one way to heed the call of the water. From the tip of Emerald Isle to the vast stretch of Cape Lookout, live some of the best fishing, unbelievable diving and incredible boating anywhere. So spend your day on the rolling waves or a hundred feet underneath them. Either way, a Crystal Coast adventure awaits.

The deep blue waters surrounding North Carolina’s Crystal Coast are teeming with some incredible game fish. Giant bluefin tuna, king mackerel and marlin dominate the sea and give anglers a suitable challenge, especially in June, as top sportsmen compete in the renowned Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. But you don’t have to be a pro to enjoy reeling in the big one. Simply charter a boat or cast a line from the beach into the surf.

For scuba divers, the Crystal Coast is known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” thanks to hundreds of freighters, tankers and other craft that rest on the bottom of the ocean waiting to be explored, including the U-352, a World War II German U-boat sunk by the Coast Guard in 1942. If you need assistance, local dive shops can take care of everything from lessons to certification, to all-day trips to the most exciting and haunting wrecks.

For kayakers, windsurfers, boaters and surfers, the waters of the and are your perfect playground. So whether it’s above or below the waves, excitement thrives on the Crystal Coast. 7 7 Land To-Do List

Dry land is also home to a whole world of activities. First time visitors will soon discover that keeping busy on the Crystal Coast is never an issue.

Channel your inner equestrian with a magnificent horseback ride on the beach. Get back to nature with an invigorating hike through the many trails situated throughout the area. Or hop on your bike for a relaxing ride.

If you’re a fan of the links, the Crystal Coast offers up a number of championship golf courses for you to play. With maritime forests, natural estuaries and inland creeks as “hazards” the playing conditions are just as scenic as they are challenging.

Ready to call it a night? Why not camp under the stars? There are several campsites in the area or simply rough it on the sands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore.

No trip to the Crystal Coast is complete without a visit to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Nicknamed the Diamond Lady, she watches over the entire coast and from mid-May to mid-September, you can climb to her very top for breathtaking views you’ll never forget.

9 9 Eats & Entertainment

Seafood is a mainstay on the Crystal Coast menu, which isn’t surprising considering the world-famous fishing right off the shore. However, diversity abounds on the Crystal Coast with a variety of restaurants serving cuisine that ranges from traditional fare to creative flair. Family-friendly, elegant gourmet or romantic bistros can be found here.

For some night-time fun, head to Historic Beaufort for a spooky, eerie and unforgettable “ghost walk” tour of historic haunts sure to send a chill up your spine.

Gatherings & Meetings

Weddings, meetings, trade shows or any sort of gathering will find an inviting atmosphere amongst the natural beauty and pristine shores of the Crystal Coast. Planners will have all the space and technological tools at their disposal to host the perfect affair that will leave attendees with memories they’ll cherish forever.

Special Events

Every year, the Crystal Coast is home to a seemingly endless menu of unique events, giving visitors even more stories to discover and more memories to make. For specific dates and times, please visit our website at crystalcoastnc.org.

11 Accommodations

From historic bed and breakfast inns to luxurious cottages, the Crystal Coast has the perfect accommodations. You can rent a cottage or condominium on Atlantic Beach or Emerald Isle for a week, or pitch your tent for a few nights on Cape Lookout. Best of all, the ocean provides the setting and soundtrack to almost every hotel, motel, cottage or condo.

Here you can choose from over 10,000 rooms, of all kinds and all varieties, that serve as home base while you take in the sights, sounds, history and stories of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.

Restaurants

There will come a time when exploring and discovering will give way to eating and relaxing. Fortunately, the Crystal Coast offers a long list of establishments that are prepared to satisfy any appetite.

Recreation

On the Crystal Coast, there are as many ways to spend your day as there are miles of beach to explore. So plan out your trip by choosing some exciting activities that will provide the moments which will stay with you for a lifetime.

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American Music Festival Series Beaufort By The Sea Music Festival Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Carolina Kite Fest The History Place Beaufort Waterfront Morehead City Atlantic Beach (252) 247-7533 Beaufort Business Association Crystal Hesmer (252) 247-3575 Jeri Dixon (252) 247-7011 (252) 728-6894 Art From The Heart Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour Community Thanksgiving Feast Morehead City Arts Council of Carteret Beaufort Wine and Food Weekend Beaufort Historic Site Beaufort Historic Site County (252) 726-9156 (252) 728-5225 Patricia Suggs (800) 575-SITE (7483) Patricia Suggs (800) 575-7483 (252) 728-5225 (252) 728-5225 Christmas Candlelight Tours Coastal Home & Garden Show Beaufort Historic Site Crystal Coast Civic Center Historic Beaufort Road Race Crystal Coast Super Boat Grand Prix Patricia Suggs (800) 575-SITE (7483) Morehead City (252) 247-3883 (252) 222-6359 Morehead City (252) 728-5225 Keri MaCann (252) 422-8853 Emerald Isle Homes Tour NC Ducks Unlimited Band Carolina Chocolate Festival & Art Show the Billfish Tournament Atlantic Beach Salt Water Classic (252) 247-3883 Mary Isenhour (252) 354-3691 Anchorage Marina Atlantic Beach (252) 808-4622 Jack Lamb (336) 668-2736 Core Sound Decoy Festival Crystal Coast Boat Show Emerald Isle Triathlon Core Sound Decoy Carver’s Guild (252) 808-0440 OWLS Sand Sculpture Contest Emerald Isle (252) 838-8818 Pine Knoll Shores Laura Lee Davis (252) 354-6350 Newport Pig Cookin’ Contest Donna Hall Nally (252) 726-5168 Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend Newport Community Park North Carolina Seafood Festival Core Sound Waterfowl Museum Jim Bristol (252) 241-3488 Morehead City Waterfront Harkers Island Karen Amspacher Stephanie McIntyre (252) 726-6273 (252) 728-1500 Publick Day at the Beaufort Historic Site Trick or Treat Under the Sea Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla Rebecca Fleming (252) 728-5225 North Carolina Aquarium Morehead City & Beaufort (800) 575-SITE (7483) (252) 247-4003 Waterfronts (252) 728-1638 St. Patrick’s Day Festival Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Department (252) 354-6350

Wooden Boat Show NC Maritime Museum Beaufort Waterfront (252) 728-7317

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Bogue Shores Suites Fisherman’s Inn Island Inn 1918 W. Fort Macon Rd. 200 Atlantic Beach Causeway 215 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach, NC Atlantic Beach, NC Atlantic Beach, NC (252) 726-7071 (252) 726-2273 (800) 636-3780 / (252) 726-3780 ACCOMMODATIONS www.bogueshoressuites.com www.fishermansinn.net www.islandinnrentals.com Bogue Shores Suites is conveniently Located on the Atlantic Beach Causeway, We are conveniently located in the heart located soundside with picnic areas, lodgings at the dock are especially made of Atlantic Beach. Completely remodeled boat ramp and dock, and nearby for fishermen and divers. Eight rooms in 2004. Swimming pool, HBO/Cable, ocean access. One-room efficiencies, sleep up to 6 with refrigerators, micro- Micro/Fridges, and phones. (P) that accommodate up to 4 people, waves, boat launch, slips, and charter are equipped with microwaves, fleet. Dockside services include ice, Oceanana Family Resort refrigerators, and stove tops. morning coffee, and fish cleaning. Near Motel and Fishing Pier A family-friendly atmosphere. (SS) restaurants, bait and tackle shops. (SS) 700 E. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach, NC Caribbe Inn Hampton Inn & Suites (252) 726-4111 309 E. Fort Macon Rd. 118 Salter Path Rd. www.oceanana-resort.com Atlantic Beach, NC Atlantic Beach, NC Oceanana Family Resort Motel and (252) 726-0051 (252) 247-5118 Fishing Pier is located on the oceanfront www.caribbe-inn.com www.hamptonatlanticbeach.com and offers more value for your money for We have clean aquatic designed rooms Hampton Inn & Suites offers two-room your next family getaway. (OF) with refrigerators, microwaves, and cable suites with accommodations for four TV, close to ocean, piers, and restaurants. including refrigerator and wet bar. Guests Palm Suites Complimentary boat slips and a fish enjoy an outdoor pool, neighboring golf 602 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantis Lodge cleaning station. (SS) course, high speed internet connection, Atlantic Beach, NC 123 Salter Path Rd. and beach access. Meeting and tour (800) 972-3297 / (252) 247-6400 Atlantic Beach, NC Clam Digger Inn accommodations. (WV) www.ncvacations.com (800) 682-7057 / (252) 726-5168 511 Salter Path Rd. Sound side inn offers 90 guest rooms www.atlantislodge.com Atlantic Beach, NC Hollowell’s Motel with refrigerators, balconies, outdoor Offering oceanfront suites with (800) 338-1533 / (252) 247-4155 108 E. Fort Macon Rd. pool, boat ramp, and free boat slips. efficiency kitchens, Atlantis Lodge is at www.clamdiggerinn.com Atlantic Beach, NC Daily complimentary continental breakfast milepost 5. Pet friendly, waterfall pool, All oceanfront rooms with private (252) 726-5227 in the lobby or on the outside deck. (SS) family lounge with billiards, and table balconies, the Clamdigger Inn was voted www.hollowellsmotel.com tennis. All within a virtual bird sanctuary at “Best Hotel” in 2004 Hollowell’s Motel is a clean and safe Sand Dollar Motel the beach. (OF, P) by Coaster Magazine. (OF) 28-unit family oriented motel in the 101 Henderson Blvd. center of Atlantic Beach. Walk to ocean, Atlantic Beach, NC shag clubs, restaurants, and shopping. (252) 726-4106 Picnic area and pool on site. www.thesanddollarmotel.net Sand Dollar Motel is within steps of the beach and fishing pier. Rooms with refrigerators and coffee makers. Efficiencies fully furnished, some sleep up Codes: OF-Oceanfront, SS-Soundside, P-Pets Allowed, WF-Water Front, WV-Waterview 15 to six people. Family atmosphere. Sandpiper Motel Windjammer Inn Inlet Inn Bogue Inlet Motel 200 E. Fort Macon Rd. 103 Salter Path Rd. 601 Front St. 120 Bogue Inlet Dr. Atlantic Beach, NC Atlantic Beach, NC Beaufort, NC Emerald Isle, NC (252) 726-3148 (252) 247-7123 (800) 554-5466 / (252) 728-3600 (252) 354-3406 Our Fort Macon Road location is www.windjammerinn.com www.inlet-inn.com Bogue Inlet Motel is located near the near restaurants, amusements, and Windjammer Inn offers all oceanfront Inlet Inn is on the waterfront in pier, beach, restaurants, and shops. the beach. rooms with private balconies, microfridge, Beaufort’s historic district within easy cable TV, and two phones. Ask about our walking distance to all restaurants, The Islander Seahawk Motor Lodge garden Jacuzzi rooms. Guests enjoy museums, and shops. 35 rooms, 102 Islander Dr. 105 Salter Path Rd. an oceanfront pool and hot tub. (OF) private porches, fireplaces, Emerald Isle, NC Atlantic Beach, NC refrigerators, and hair dryers. (WV) (252) 354-3464 (800) 682-6898 / (252) 726-4146 www.islandernc.com www.ncbeach-motel.com Beaufort Oceanfront in Emerald Isle, the Islander Oceanfront lodge with 38 rooms, Cedar Island offers 80 newly renovated condo-tels, 2 villas, and a cottage. We have an Beaufort Harbor Suites eight efficiency rooms, direct dial phones, outdoor pool, hammocks & swings, 313 Cedar St. Driftwood Motel and outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, and gas grills, and bicycles for the guests. (OF) Beaufort, NC Campground meeting/reception space for up to 75. Inn (252) 728-3483 3575 Cedar Island Rd. is near waterslide and amusements. (OF) 16 economy suites close to attractions, Cedar Island, NC Sheraton Atlantic Beach restaurants & the historic district. (252) 225-4861 Oceanfront Hotel Oceanview Inn www.clis.com/deg 2717 W. Fort Macon Rd. 122 Fairview Dr. Beaufort Inn Enjoy clean, comfortable rooms, Atlantic Beach, NC Emerald Isle, NC 101 Ann St. superb dining, and a quiet stroll (800) 624-8875 / (252) 240-1155 (252) 354-2755 Beaufort, NC on our beautiful, unspoiled beach. www.sheratonatlanticbeach.com www.oceanviewinn-ei.com (800) 726-0321 / (252) 728-2600 In the morning, be right here to Newly renovated oceanfront resort Oceanview Inn offers oceanside rooms www.beaufort-inn.com board the ferry. (SS,P) featuring 200 oceanview rooms and and efficiencies located near pier, We are a first-class waterfront facility suites with refrigerators and private restaurants, and shops. Closed with 44 well appointed rooms, an balconies. Full service restaurant and December-February. intimate dining room, exercise room, Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret beachside bar and grill. Indoor/outdoor Best Western Silver Creek Inn boat slips, and a large outdoor hot tub. pools/whirlpool/fitness center/600 foot 801 Cedar Point Blvd. Parkerton Inn At the Beaufort Inn you’ll experience a lighted fishing pier. (OF) Cape Carteret, NC 1184 Hwy. 58 N. present and past you won’t forget. (WF) (877) 459-1448 / (252) 393-9015 Cape Carteret, NC Whaler Inn Beach Club We are a beautiful, new hotel centrally (800) 393-9909 / (252) 393-9000 Core Creek Lodge, LLC 323 Salter Path Rd. located in coastal North Carolina. One Parkerton Inn offers 47 rooms and 307 Core Creek Rd. Atlantic Beach, NC mile from historic Swansboro, three efficiencies, some with handicap Beaufort, NC (800) 525-1768 / (252) 247-4169 miles from Emerald Isle and the access. Outdoor pool, pets (dogs) (252) 728-4500 www.whalerinn.com beaches. Golf packages with Silver accommodated, in-room refrigerator/ Located at the Core Creek Bridge on Oceanfront at milepost 6-1/4, Whaler Creek Golf Course. microwave. Great location for beach, the ICW. Launch ramp and fishing pier. Inn offers 47 one- and two-bedroom golf, restaurants, and amusements. (P) Newly renovated. New management. and efficiency condos, indoor/outdoor Affordable stay. Pet-friendly rooms pool, Jacuzzi, and meeting room. (OF) available. (P) 16 Rusty Pelican Inn Morehead City Hampton Inn Quality Inn 8104 Emerald Dr. 4035 Arendell St. 3100 Arendell St. Emerald Isle, NC Buccaneer Inn Morehead City, NC Morehead City, NC (252) 354-3450 2806 Arendell St. (800) 422-7866 / (252) 240-2300 (800) 422-5404 / (252) 247-3434 Rusty Pelican Inn offers rooms and Morehead City, NC www.hampton-inn.com/hi/ www.moreheadhotels.com efficiencies with refrigerators and (800) 682-4982 / (252) 726-3115 moreheadcity We’re just a shell’s throw from microwaves. Pets are accommodated. www.magnusonhotels.com/ We offer a million-dollar view at the Crystal Coast Civic Center and Closed January-March. (P) buccaneer Hampton Inn rates! Near beaches and minutes from all major area attractions. Buccaneer Inn is located four blocks attractions. Fitness room, outdoor pool, Located next to Morehead Plaza, Waterway Inn from the Atlantic Beach Bridge. The voice mail, and expanded continental Quality Inn offers 101 guest rooms, 160 Cedar Point Blvd. inn offers 91 rooms with refrigerator, breakfast. (SS) deluxe continental breakfast, golf (Hwy. 24 South) coffee pot, high-speed internet, and packages and year round fishing/diving Cedar Point, NC hot continental breakfast. Holiday Inn Express & Suites rates. State/Government/group rates. (252) 393-8027 5863 Executive Dr. www.waterwayinn.net Budget Inn Morehead City, NC Waterway Inn is waterfront on the 4127 Arendell St. (800) 465-4329 / (252) 247-5001 Newport near public boat Morehead City, NC www.hiexpress.com/ ramp, Bogue Inlet, and Emerald Isle (252) 247-4042 moreheadcitync Hostess House Courtyard beaches. Boat slips are available, Located near restaurants, Crystal Holiday Inn Express & Suites is 6741 Hwy. 70 restaurants and shops nearby. (WF) Coast Civic Center, area attractions, minutes from the beach, 75 rooms Newport, NC and beaches, The Budget Inn is a small and suites. Free high-speed internet, (800) 501-5770 / (252) 223-6020 motel with an outdoor pool that offers continental breakfast, pool, fitness Hostess House Courtyard offers 125 Harkers Island/Down East convenience and economy. center, and limited pet friendly. efficiencies with playground, gameroom, Welcome corporate, leisure, laundry, and miniature golf. and tour group travelers. (P) Harkers Island Fishing Center Econo Lodge Crystal Coast 1002 Island Rd. 3410 Bridges St. Morehead Motor Inn Salter Path Harkers Island, NC Morehead City, NC 3300 Arendell St. Oak Grove Motel (252) 728-3907 (800) 533-7556 / (252) 247-2940 Morehead City, NC 1305 Salter Path Rd. Harkers Island Fishing Center offers Econo Lodge Crystal Coast offers (252) 726-5141 Salter Path, NC waterfront motel/cottages with marina. 56 newly renovated rooms and free Morehead Motor Inn offers lodging (252) 247-3533 Dry storage, launch ramp, picnic/grill area, continental breakfast near the hospital near beaches and all Crystal Coast Oak Grove Motel is the friendly motel bait-tackle-gift shop, fishing guide service, and Civic Center. Dive/Fishing rates. attractions. for family living. Rocking chairs on and ferry to Cape Lookout. (P, SS) AAA Approved. porch, kitchenette, and guest rooms with refrigerators. Only 400 feet from the beach with boardwalk. Restaurants nearby. Closed Thanksgiving-Easter.

Codes: OF-Oceanfront, SS-Soundside, P-Pets Allowed, WF-Water Front, WV-Waterview 17 William and Garland Motel The Lighthouse Inn Pecan Tree Inn Beach Vacation Properties 1185 Salter Path Rd. 2300 Bridges Street 116 Queen Street 1904 E. Fort Macon Rd. Salter Path, NC Morehead City, NC Beaufort, NC Atlantic Beach, NC (252) 247-3733 (252) 247-3133 (800) 728-7871 / (252) 728-6733 (800) 334-2667 / (252) 247-2636 www.williamandgarlandmotel.com www.nccoastchamber.com/ www.pecantree.com www.beachvacationproperties.com William and Garland Motel is a small lighthouseinn Beach Vacation Properties offers family motel with a lovely nature-trail The Lighthouse Inn is located near oceanfront cottage and condominium walkway over the dunes to our beach, the Atlantic Beach Bridge and all area Beach Cottages rentals. Indoor/outdoor pools, hot tubs, which is great for sunning, swimming, attractions, Lighthouse Inn has four Condominiums 150’ waterslide, private beaches, and fishing, and walking. Pets allowed. guest rooms with bath and two condo Summer Kids Program, dig for hidden Closed November-April. (P) units that accommodate six. Atlantic Beach treasures with a local pirate, tours to Cape Lookout lighthouse. Bed & Breakfasts Beaufort At Waves Edge Real Estate Bluewater Real Estate and & Rentals Vacation Rentals 700 Arendell Street, Suite 2 Emerald Isle Inn Ann Street Inn 311-C Atlantic Beach Causeway Morehead City, NC 28557 502 Ocean Dr. 707 Ann St. Beaufort, NC Atlantic Beach, NC (252) 808-2903 Emerald Isle, NC (877) 266-7814 (866) 467-3105 / (252) 726-3105 www.atwavesedge.com (252) 354-3222 www.bluewatergmac.com We offer a variety of condo rentals www.emeraldisleinn.com Captains Quarters Bed & Biscuit and boat slips in the Atlantic Beach area Suites available with and without kitchens (800) 659-7111 / (252) 728-7711 Cannon and Gruber Realtors in all price ranges. Close to attractions, for daily or weekly accommodations. Atlantic Beach Causeway restaurants and shopping. Enjoy the ocean and sound. Carteret County Home Atlantic Beach, NC Bed & Breakfast (800) 317-2866 / (252) 726-6600 299 Hwy. 101 Atlantic Beach Realty www.cannongruber.com Harborlight Guest House Beaufort, NC Ocean Resorts Cannon and Gruber appreciates the 332 Live Oak Drive (252) 728-4611 #14 Causeway Shopping Ctr. excitement of a vacation at the beach Cape Carteret, NC www.carteretcountyhomeb-b.com Atlantic Beach, NC and strives to provide personalized (800) 624-8439 / (252) 393-6969 (800) 786-7368 / (252) 240-7368 customer service. Select your vacation Cousin Martha’s Bed www.harborlightguesthousenc.com www.atlanticbeachrealty.net home, relax, and leave the details to us. Harborlight Guest House is an award- and Breakfast Bringing you the beach for over 19 (877) 464-7487 / (252) 728-3917 winning waterfront inn that offers seven years, Atlantic Beach Realty/Ocean Century 21 Coastal Properties upscale rooms/suites with spectacular Resorts offers condominium and cottage 610 Atlantic Beach Causeway water views and sunsets. (WF) Langdon House rentals in Atlantic Beach and Pine Knoll (252) 728-5499 Atlantic Beach, NC Shores with all linens and departure (800) 849-1995 / (252) 726-2718 Old Seaport Inn cleaning included. www.c21coastalproperties.com (800) 349-5823 / (252) 728-4300 Century 21 Coastal Properties offers

Atlantic Sun Properties a varied selection of vacation rentals Otway House 205 Atlantic Beach Causeway including oceanfront condos, beach (252) 728-5636 Atlantic Beach, NC houses and soundside properties in (252) 808-2786 the Atlantic Beach area. www.atlanticsunproperties.com 17 18 Coldwell-Banker Surfside Realty Cape Lookout National Prudential Sun-Surf Realty Spectrum Properties 204 Sandpiper Dr. Seashore Cabin Rentals 7701 Emerald Dr. 515 Atlantic Beach Causeway Newport, NC North Core Banks (252) 728-0958 Emerald Isle, NC Atlantic Beach, NC (252) 726-0950 South Core Banks (252) 728-0942 (800) 553-7873 / (252) 354-2658 (800) 334-6390 / (252) 247-7610 www.surfsidevacationrentals.com www.SunSurfRealty.com www.spectrumproperties.com Surfside Realty offers oceanfront Come for a Week…Stay for a Lifetime! We offer the finest selection of vacation complexes near Fort Macon. Comfort- Emerald Isle With over 300 resort rentals available properties on the Crystal Coast and are ably furnished units with two bedrooms. to choose from, we make it easy to second to none in customer service. Balconies offer views of the ocean, plan your next beach retreat. For a little Choose from oceanfront, oceanview sound, pools, and courtyard. Visit the Bluewater Real Estate and extra pampering, ask about our Premier and soundfront homes, and condominiums website for slide shows. Vacation Rentals Vacations! of all sizes and prices. 200 Mangrove Dr. Emerald Isle, NC Shorewood Real Estate Foster Rentals Realty Beaufort/Cape Lookout (888) 258-9287 / (252) 354-2323 7703 Emerald Dr. Carriage Crossing Townes www.bluewatergmac.com Emerald Isle, NC Morehead City, NC Stay with the friendliest company on (888) 557-0172 / (252) 354-7873 Beaufort Realty (252) 247-2048 the island! Large selection of homes and www.shorewoodrealestate.net 325 Front St. www.jimfosterrealty.com condos in all price ranges. Many allow We offer oceanfront, oceanview, Beaufort, NC Foster Rentals Realty offers oceanfront pets. Daily internet specials available! soundfront, island, and mainland vacation (800) 548-2961 / (252) 728-5462 vacation condo rentals at Southwinds, properties for all families and budgets. www.beaufortrlty.com Sea Spray, and A Place At The Beach. Century 21 Coastland Realty, LLC. Condos, cottages, beach houses, and Beaufort Realty offers annual and vaca- Please call for a reservation. 7603 Emerald Dr. duplexes. “Your link to the shore.” tion rentals in historic Beaufort both on Emerald Isle, NC and off the waterfront. View the wild (800) 822-2121 / (252) 354-2131 Realty World-First Coast Realty Spinnaker’s Reach Realty ponies from your waterfront condo. www.coastland.com 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway Ste. 1 9918 M.B. Davis Ct. We also specialize in residential and We manage over 245 properties for Atlantic Beach, NC Emerald Isle, NC commercial property in the Beaufort weekly, monthly, or yearly rental. Call (800) 972-8899 / (252) 247-5150 (252) 354-5555 historic district. our friendly staff, we look forward to www.ncvacations.com www.spinnakersreach.com hearing from you. Realty World-First Coast Realty Cape Lookout Realty Come enjoy island living! Vacation offers vacation rentals, monthly and 834 Island Rd. homes with private pools. Spinnaker’s Emerald Isle Realty annual leases of beach houses and Harkers Island, NC Reach is an exclusive oceanside 7501 Emerald Dr. condominiums from Atlantic Beach (252) 728-2375 community located in Emerald Isle Emerald Isle, NC to Emerald Isle. Offices in both towns. www.capelookoutrealty.com down Coast Guard Road. (800) 849-3315 / (252) 354-3315 Cape Lookout Realty offers 14 cottages www.emeraldislerealty.com on Harkers Island for weekly rental. Embrace comfortable elegance in one Some are available for a minimum of of our 750 seaside cottages and condos. two nights. Available amenities include From vintage classics to luxurious swimming pool, boat dock, ramp, sandcastles. A Tradition on the and waterfront. Carolina Coast Since 1962!

Codes: OF-Oceanfront, SS-Soundside, P-Pets Allowed, WF-Water Front, WV-Waterview 19 Salter Path/Indian Beach Campgrounds

Nautical East at Colony Camp Ocean Forest, Emerald Isle By The Sea (252) 354-3454 855 Salter Path Rd. Indian Beach, NC Cedar Creek Campground & Marina (800) 624-5869 / (252) 247-3131 Sea Level (252) 225-9571 www.colonybythesea.com We are located at Indian Beach, mile Cedar Point Campground, Croatan marker 10. On-site management by National Forest (252) 638-5628 Nautical East offering spacious oceanside condominiums for family vacations. Coastal Riverside, Otway (WF) Oceans of Joy! (252) 728-5155 Windward Dunes Driftwood Campground, Cedar Island 801 Salter Path Rd. (SS) (252) 225-4861 Salter Path, NC (800) 659-7545 / (252) 247-7545 Goose Creek Resort, Cape Carteret www.windwardrealty.com (WF) (252) 393-2628 We offer oceanfront condominiums and cottage rentals. One- and two- bedroom condos with indoor-outdoor Holiday Trav-L-Park, Emerald Isle pools, Jacuzzi, sauna, tennis, and (OF) (252) 354-2250 on-site management. Oyster Point Campground, Croatan National Forest (252) 638-5628

Waters Edge RV Park, Newport (WF) (252) 247-0494

White Oak Shores Camping and RV Resort, Stella (WF) (252) 393-3244

Whispering Pines Campground Newport (WF)(252) 726-4902

19 20 Atlantic Beach/ Beaufort Sharpies (252) 838-0101 Pine Knoll Shores Aqua Spouter Inn 4-Corners Diner (252) 728-7777 (252) 728-5190 RESTAURANTS (252) 240-8855 Beaufort Café Amos Mosquitos (252) 728-4400 Cape Carteret (252) 247-6222 Beaufort Grocery Co. Ribeye’s of Cape Carteret California Roll (252) 728-3899 (252) 393-2509 (252) 240-1364 Blue Moon Bistro Riso’s Channel Marker (252) 728-5800 (252) 393-8787 (252) 247-2344 Boardwalk Cafe T&W Oyster Bar China King (252) 728-0933 (252) 393-8838 (252) 808-3388 Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant The Fairway Restaurant Clam Digger Restaurant & Pub (252) 728-2133 (252) 393-6444 (252) 247-4155 Cool Fish Bar & Grill Crab’s Claw (252) 728-3335 Cedar Island (252) 726-8222 Cubbie’s Driftwood Restaurant El Zarape (252) 838-0061 (252) 225-4861 (252) 808-2233 Dock House Restaurant Island Grille (252) 728-4506 Emerald Isle (252) 240-0000 Finz Grill & Eatery Ballyhoos McCurdy’s on Moonlight Bay (252) 728-7459 (252) 354-9397 (252) 808-3663 Fishtails at Town Creek Marina Bushwackers Restaurant Milazzo’s/Sheraton (252) 504-7263 (252) 354-6300 Oceanfront (252) 240-1155 Front Street Grill at Stillwater Chowdaheads Monkey Bar & Grill Cafe (252) 728-4956 (252) 354-3700 (252) 726-2552 No Name Pizza and Subs El Zarape New York Deli (252) 728-4978 (252) 354-1120 (252) 726-0111 Ribeye’s Steakhouse Emerald Grill Skippers Cove Restaurant (252) 728-6105 (252) 354-9700 (252) 726-3023 Roland’s Barbeque Flipperz Watermark Restaurant (252) 728-1953 (252) 354-7775 (252) 240-2811 Royal James Café Jordan’s House of Seafood White Swan (252) 728-4573 (252) 354-5722 (252) 726-9607

21 Kathryn’s Bistro & Martini Bar Calypso North Kabuto Japanese Steakhouse Sanitary Fish Market & (252) 354-6200 (252) 247-9600 & Sushi Bar (252) 222-3111 Restaurant (252) 247-3111 Michaelangelo’s Pizza Captain Bill’s Waterfront Kountry Kitchen Shephard’s Point (252) 354-7424 Restaurant (252) 726-2166 (252) 240-0046 (252) 727-0815 Mike’s Place Captain’s Table Musashi Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N (252) 354-5277 (252) 726-0253 (252) 240-3431 Bar-B-Q (252) 247-7476 Portofino Ristorante & Wine Carlones Olive Garden Snapperz Bar (252) 354-8111 (252) 240-3500 (252) 240-0250 (252) 240-1313 Rucker John’s Restaurant & Chefs 105 Oyster Bar & Grill O’Malley’s Pub & Grill Texas Steakhouse & Saloon More (252) 354-2413 (252) 240-1105 (252) 726-0120 (252) 240-2633 The Village Market Chick-Fil-A On A Roll Deli The Infusion Cafe (252) 354-6592 (252) 247-7281 (252) 726-5101 (252) 240-2800 China Garden & Mongolian Outback Steak House William’s Harkers Island Grill (252) 808-3398 (252) 247-6283 (252) 240-1755 Captain’s Choice Restaurant Circa 81 Panera Bread Windansea (252) 728-7122 (252) 648-8300 (252) 222-4990 (252) 247-3000 Sea Side Galley Cox Restaurant Piccata’s Newport (252) 728-6171 (252) 726-6961 (252) 240-3380 Fat Boyz BBQ & Grille The Fish Hook Cafe Crispino’s Pizza Pizza Hut (252) 223-3299 (252) 504-3100 (252) 727-9000 (252) 726-7117 Cubbie’s Pizza Inn Salter Path/Indian Morehead City­­ (252) 726-2002 (252) 726-0101 Beach A Taste of Italy El Zarape Raps Grill and Bar Crab Shack (252) 222-0166 (252) 808-2233 (252) 240-1213 (252) 247-3444 Applebee’s Floyd’s 1921 Ruby Tuesday Frank and Clara’s Restaurant (252) 727-0409 (252) 727-1921 (252) 726-3144 (252) 247-2788 Beach Bumz Garden Gate Café & Deli Ruddy Ducks Frost Seafood House (252) 726-7800 (252) 247-4061 (252) 726-7500 (252) 247-3202 Bistro By The Sea Golden Corral Family Sammy’s Ice House Whidden’s Landing (252) 247-2777 Steakhouse (252) 726-1609 (252) 247-0028 (252) 726-0104 Ioanni’s Grill (252) 808-3331

JingGianni’s (252) 222-3303

22 Recreation Directory Dragonfly arasailP Discovery Diving Ferry Schedules Harkers Island (252) 422-5500 Company, Inc., Beaufort Cape Pointe Marina Ferry Vacation Tours (252) 728-2265 Schedule: (800) BY FERRY (252) 728-6181 Beaufort Historic Site Tours Homer’s Point Marina (800) 293-3779 (252) 728-5225 (252) 247-3676 Diver Down Diving To avoid possible delay in Ferry to Cape Lookout Services, Atlantic Beach boarding the Cedar Island-Oc- (252) 728-3907 Crystal Coast Air Tours Sail & Kayak (252) 240-2043 racoke Ferry, reservations are Beaufort (252) 728-2323 (252) 247-6300 Local Yokel Ferry Olympus Dive Center recommended. Reservations (252) 728-2759 Water Sports Jetski Rentals Historic Double Decker Bus Morehead City may be made by telephone. (252) 247-7303 Tour (252) 728-5225 (252) 726-9432 For departures from Ocracoke, Morehead City call (252) 928-3841 Waterfront Ferry Service Old Burying Grounds Tour Beaufort Ecology Tours or (800) 345-1665; for Portside Marina/Miramar Boats (252) 728-5225 Beaufort Inlet Water Sports Beaufort departures from Cedar Island, (252) 726-7678 (Parasail) (252) 728-7607 Tour Beaufort.com Cape Lookout Studies call (252) 225-3551 or (800) 856-0343. (252) 772-9925 Houseboat Rentals on the Program, Beaufort Fishing Piers Crystal Coast (252) 728-4129 (252) 728-7317 Cape Lookout National Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier Amusement Places Seashore Ferry Services Emerald Isle (252) 354-2919 Outer Island Kayak Adventures Coastal Ecology Sails Aboard Emerald Forest Putt-Putt, (To Cape Lookout, (877) 788-1051 Good Fortune, Beaufort Oceanana Fishing Pier Emerald Isle (252) 354-5034 Shackleford Banks, (252) 504-1001 (252) 247-3860 Atlantic Beach (252) 726-0863 Golfin Dolphin, Cape Carteret Carrot Island) NC Coastal Federation’s (252) 393-8131 Cape Carteret Flyfishing Guides Coastal Adventures, Ocean Beaufort Cedar Point/Stella Mac Daddy’s, Cape Carteret (252) 393-8185 Island Ferry Adventures Dave Dietzler Barrier Island Kayaks (252) 393-6565 (252) 728-7555 (252) 240-2850 (252) 393-6457 Pelican Charters, Beaufort Professor Hacker’s Lost (252) 504-2447 Lookout Gary Dubiel Waterway Marina and Boat Treasure Golf and Raceway (252) 504-7245 (252) 249-1520 Salter Path/Indian Beach Rentals (252) 393-8008 Rachel Carson Reserve (252) 247-3024 Beaufort (252) 728-2170 Outer Banks Ferry Service Harkers Island Water Boggan of Emerald Isle (252) 728-4129 Core Sound Kayaks & Touring Morehead City (252) 354-2609 Co. (252) 728-2330 Crystal Coast Ecotours Davis (252) 808-3354 Cape Lookout Cabins & Boat Rentals – Kayak Charter Booking Service Motor/Sail (252) 241-6909 Camps Ferry Service Capt. Stacy Fishing Center (252) 729-9751 Atlantic Beach Atlantic Beach/Indian (800) 533-9417 Davis Shore Ferry Service Beach/Salter Path Vehicle Ferry to South Core Ahoy Boat Rentals Dive Shops/Charters Banks (252) 728-3474 (252) 726-1900 Atlantis Charters, Atlantic Beach (252) 728-6244

23 Dean Lamont Harbor and Continental Shelf Marinas Emerald Isle (252) 354-8486 Dinner Cruises (800) 775-7450 Island Harbor Marina (252) 726-7454 Atlantic Beach (252) 354-3106 Rob Pasfield Codes: H-Harbor, D-Dinner Full and 24-hour trips Salter Path (252) 728-3907 Crystal Coast Lady available. Rider rates. Anchorage Marina Harkers Island (252) 504-3823 (252) 646-7533 (252) 726-4423 Cape Pointe Marina Joe Shute’s Bait & Tackle Lookout (H) Horseback Riding Captain Stacy Fishing Center (252) 728-6181 (252) 240-2744 Bicycle Rentals (252) 504-SAIL (800) 533-9417 Harkers Island Fishing Center (252) 247-7501 Pete Zook Reef Gander Tours Beach Wheels Bike Rentals (252) 728-3907 (252) 726-2944 (252) 725-4444 Atlantic Beach Fort Macon Marina (252) 726-1097 (252) 240-2453 (252) 726-2055 Morehead City Up The Creek Tours 70 West Marina Bikes R In, Cedar Point Golf Courses (252) 504-2500 Homer’s Point Marina (252) 726-5171 Driving Ranges (888) 393-7161 (252) 247-3676 Water Bug Harbor Tours (H) (252) 393-7161 Coral Bay Marina Brandywine Bay, Morehead (252) 728-4129 Sea Water Marina (252) 247-4231 Emerald Isle Beach Care & City (252) 247-2541 (252) 726-1637 Headboats Linen Service Dockside Marina and Ships The Country Club of the (866) 593-4327 (GEAR) / Beaufort Store (252) 247-4890 Crystal Coast, Pine Knoll (252) 354-9449 Atlantic Beach Airport Marina Harbor Master, Inc. Shores (252) 726-1034 Captain Stacy IV Eterna Riverview Stables (252) 728-2010 (252) 726-2541 (800) 533-9417 Silver Creek Golf Club Morehead City Beaufort Docks (252) 726-4675 Morehead City Yacht Basin Cape Carteret (252) 393-8058 (252) 726-8313 (252) 728-2503 Full, 1/2-day and (252) 726-6862 Star Hill Golf and Country Highway 58 Bicycles private charters Beaufort Gulf Dock Morehead Gulf Docks Club, Cape Carteret Emerald Isle (252) 354-9006 Captain Stacy VII (252) 728-6000 (252) 726-5461 (252) 393-8111 (800) 533-9417 Outer Banks Riding Stables Beaufort Village Marina Peltier Creek Marina The Golf Farm, Newport Cedar Island (252) 225-1185 (252) 838-1524 (252) 247-3860 (252) 223-3276 Morehead City Carolina Princess Town Creek Marina (800) 682-3456 (252) 728-6111 (252) 726-5479 Full and 1/2-day. Cape Carteret 18-hour trips available. Cedar Point Rider rates. Dudley’s Marina (252) 393-2204 Waterway Marina and Store (252) 393-8008

24 Portside Marina The Morehead Center for Sportfishing Jeanie III Oodles (252) 726-7678 Performing Arts & Events (252) 354-4414 (252) 728-8093 (252)726-1501 Radio Island Marina Atlantic Beach Nancy-Lee Fishing Charters Overtime Tours & Charters (252) 726-3773 The History Place, Morehead Atlantis Charters (252) 354-3474 (252) 726-6627 City (252) 247-7533 (252) 728-6244 (252) 259-5283 Spooner’s Creek Marina Morehead City (252) 726-2060 Carolina Lady Second to None Beagle Charters Nightlife (252) 247-7500 (252) 422-0066 (252) 670-1080 Backstreet Pub, Beaufort (252) 219-0781 Attractions Sensation (252) 728-7108 Bill Collector Beaufort Historic Site Delta Dawn (252) 725-5375 (252) 247-5617 Beaufort (800) 575-7483 Beach Tavern, Atlantic Beach (800) 844-5605 Yellowfin (252) 728-5225 (252) 247-4466 (252) 240-1403 Bluewater (252) 241-2714 (252) 726-2476 Cape Lookout National Cabana Club Fish Finder (252) 504-0651 Seashore (National Park (252) 222-0111 (800) 868-0941 Salter Path Service), Harkers Island (252) 240-2744 Cape Lookout Charters Freebird Cutty Sark, Pine Knoll Shores (252) 728-2250 (252) 240-2850 (252) 946-7106 (252) 247-4155 Fishin Warriors Core Sound Decoy Carvers (252) 230-5315 Dancin’ Outlaw D-Ray’s Sports Bar, Emerald Movie Theaters Guild, Harkers Island (800) 717-2347 Isle (252) 354-6622 Gale Anne (252) 838-8818 (252) 504-2342 (252) 247-3694 Atlantic Beach Cinemas Emerald Club 2001 Core Sound Waterfowl Diamond Girl Atlantic Beach Emerald Isle (252) 354-2929 Highlander Museum, Harkers Island (252) 723-8616 (252) 241-3353 (252) 247-1817 (252) 728-1500 Golden Margaritas, Atlantic Energizer Emerald Plantation Cinemas Beach (252) 247-7766 Magic Fort Macon State Park, (252) 726-4058 (800) 808-4235 Emerald Isle (252) 354-7263 Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 Jacks Waterfront Bar (252) 726-1097 Plaza Cinema One, Two & (252) 247-2043 Sunrise II Foundation for (252) 726-9814 Impulse Three, Morehead City Shackleford Horses, Beaufort Mac Daddy’s Sports Bar & (252) 725-0544 (252) 726-2081 (252) 728-6308 Grill, Cape Carteret Beaufort/Harkers Island Mattie G II (252) 728-6437 (252) 393-6565 Fish On Excursions (252) 622-7481 North Carolina Aquarium Memories Beach & Shag Club (252) 528-0040 Offshore III Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach (252) 729-2431 (252) 247-4003 (252) 240-7424 Cape Carteret/Emerald Isle/Cedar Point O’Lucky Me North Carolina Maritime Skippers Cove Night Club Capt. D.T. Charter Service (252) 728-1587 Museum, Beaufort Atlantic Beach (252) 354-3228 (252) 808-7005 (252) 728-7317 (252) 726-3023 Emerald One Rachel Carson Reserve (252) 354-6249 Beaufort (252) 728-2170 25 Babysitting Service Public Public Beach Accesses - Public Beach Access to Crystal Coast beaches can be found along Transportation Highway 58. Public Beach Access areas are marked with signs that feature blue letters and a seagull flying Nancy’s Nannies in an orange circle. Some access areas have gates that are opened at dawn and closed at dusk; others (252) 726-6575 C-Cats allow driving on the beach with certain restrictions. Parking availability varies at these access points. Some (252) 240-1043 access points offer restroom and shower facilities. Dogs are allowed on all beaches with a leash. Camping Airports Call ahead to schedule your is allowed on Cape Lookout National Seashore only. A camping permit is required and is free of charge. ride 7am-7pm Mon.-Fri. You may obtain a permit at each of the parks’ visitor center. To assist with funding for lifeguards and Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) facilities, from April 1 - September 30, 2011, there will be a $10 per day parking fee at beach accesses in www.co.onslow.nc.us/airport Emerald Isle on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 7a - 4p. In Atlantic Beach, there will be a $1.25 per (910) 324-1100 hour meter rate for beach access areas from April 15 - September 15, 2011 from 8a - 7p daily. Beaufort / Morehead City Airport (KMRH) www.beaufortairport.com (252) 728-2323 N.C. Ferry Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) www.coastal- carolinaregionalairport.com (252) 638-8591 Cherry Branch

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Davis Atlantic Beach Otway A-1 Yellow Cab (252) 240-2700 Atlantic Beach Taxi (252) 240-3555 Emerald Isle Queen Anne’s Revenge Designated Driver Taxi Service (252) 393-6015 Indra Caribsea Morehead City Carteret Cab (252) 247-4600 U-352

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25 26 Visit or contact the Crystal Coast Visitor Centers:

3409 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC 28557 (252) 726-8148

Highway 58 Cape Carteret, NC 28584 (252) 393-3100

Atlantic Beach Emerald Isle Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout

800-786-6962 crystalcoastnc.org