Things to Do in Atlantic Beach, Beaufort - NC Coast

Renowned for its untamed beauty, the Crystal Coast is set in the center of North Carolina’s coastline. Hop a ferry to explore undeveloped beaches and the wild horses, sea turtles and dolphins that live there, or go below the surface in one of the top diving destinations in North America.

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Highlights

85 Miles of Coastline
Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Home of “America’s Favorite Town”
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Wild Spanish Mustangs
Scuba Diving & Water Sports

Weather

Winter 58°

Spring 71°

Summer 86°

Fall 76°

Wild horses from the Shackleford Banks herd on Cape Lookout National Seashore
Emerald Isle Beach
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Idle Hour Biergarten in Atlantic Beach
Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center in Beaufort

Getting Around

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Atlantic Beach
Beaufort
Emerald Isle
Indian Beach
Morehead City
Pine Knoll Shores
Salter Path

Getting There

U.S. Route 70

N.C. Highway 12

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN)

Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)

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Sea Breeze: Golf Courses on the Coast

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Cape Lookout Charters

Morehead City

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A Family-Friendly Wildlife Tour of the North Carolina Coast

Trip Idea

Sea Breeze: Golf Courses on the Coast

List

Beyond the Guidebook: Blackbeard’s Coastal Haunts

Article

Directory

Attractions & Activities in this region

32nd Annual Crystal Coast Holiday Flotilla

Beaufort

Directory

Places to Stay in this region

Fun World Motorsports

Emerald Isle

Fishtowne Brew House

Beaufort

Directory

Places to Eat & Drink in this region

5 Offseason Beach Trips

List

Directory

Events in this region

Offshore Fishing From the North Carolina Coast

Article

5 North Carolina Towns with Magical Main Streets

Article

Serene Yoga Destinations to Stay and Namaste

Trips That Transform

15 Coffee Shops and Cafés You’ll Like a Latte

List

Firsts That Last

Video

11 Real-Life Ways to Experience ‘The Choice’ by Nicholas Sparks

List

The Crystal Coast: A Treasure Trove of Unique Adventures

Article

North Carolina Beaches with Lifeguard Stands

List

Relax at These Tranquil Spots on the Coast

Article

Cape Lookout Charters

Morehead City