Entertaining the kids couldn't be easier along the Crystal Coast, as Morehead City vacation rentals place you within easy reach of an array of family-friendly attractions. Front Street in neighboring Beaufort is the place to go to arrange tours to Shackleford Banks, home to one of the country's last groups of wild horses. A detour on the return journey could mean hunting for pretty seashells along the Cape Lookout National Seashore or visiting the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores; adventures sure to give younger travelers plenty of ideas for their postcards home.
The outdoor scene here is never as charming as it is near the water. Kayakers can launch their craft from the City Docks or Mitchell Village Park and paddle all the way to the Newport River or the Bogue Sound, the latter offering access to the nature trail and boardwalk on the small but perfectly formed Sugarloaf Island. Heading out a little further, via a scenic drive across Atlantic Beach Bridge, serves up the chance to hang out at the Oceanana Fishing Pier where anglers compete to haul in the catch of the day and families kick back on the beach below.
Sunny days in July and August are rarely better spent anywhere but the North Carolina coast. With perfect weather and a vast choice of entertainment options on offer, it's difficult to imagine a more idyllic destination for a summer getaway. That's not to say other seasons are a bust, though. As locals will tell you, there's plenty of reasons to get all fired up about fall around these parts, not least a little more personal space on the area's popular beaches, temperatures in the mid-70s, and the chance to get a great deal on a Morehead City vacation rental.
While you'd be forgiven for simply hanging out on the coast's sandy beaches during your stay in Morehead City, you won't want to miss exploring the beautiful Croatan National Forest. Sprawling across 160,000 acres behind the city, this coastal forest features everything from saltwater estuaries to pine forests; a wonderfully diverse landscape that gives way to a host of activities for nature lovers. Hiking, horseback riding, and canoeing are all on the agenda, and with a little luck, wildlife enthusiasts can expect to catch sight of alligators, black bears, and deer.
The nearest airport is in New Bern, NC (EWN-Craven Regional), located 30.7 mi (49.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis), which is 51.2 mi (82.4 km) away.
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