Bear Island, a four-mile-long barrier island off the coast of Swansboro, is one of North Carolina's most stunning locations.The island is only accessible through a private ferry or the Hammocks Beach State Park passenger ferry.
Huggins Island, a 211-acre expanse of dense maritime forest in Bogue Inlet, is located at the mouth of the White Oak River.It is the longest and most challenging of the three indicated water routes in Hammocks Beach State Park.
Emerald Isle, a family-friendly beach village, was incorporated in 1957 and had a year-round population of about 3,800 people; however, that number increases dramatically during the tourist season.
The Salty Pirate Water Park is terrific for spending quality time with the family and unwinding during those hot summer days.You won't be intimidated by the size of this waterpark because it is family-owned and smaller than most others.
An antique shop on Front Street, Poor Man's Hole is the perfect place to find a unique souvenir or gift.The store can seem like a museum of maritime history rather than a vintage shop, as there are numerous vintage and antique nautical items.