Morehead City
North Carolina's Crystal Coast gateway, where fishing heritage meets barrier island beauty.
Morehead City is a working waterfront town on North Carolina's Crystal Coast that serves as the gateway to some of the Southeast's finest barrier island beaches. Its deep-water port, renowned fishing tournaments, and proximity to Cape Lookout National Seashore make it a genuine coastal destination.
Highlights
- Gateway to Cape Lookout National Seashore
- Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament each June
- Fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants on Evans Street
- Ferry access to Shackleford Banks wild horses
- North Carolina Maritime Museum in nearby Beaufort
- Excellent offshore and inshore fishing year-round
- Crystal Coast beaches with clear, warm water
Best Time to Visit
May through October offers the warmest water and best weather. June brings the Big Rock Tournament. Fall provides excellent fishing with fewer crowds. Hurricane season peaks August through October.
Language: English · Currency: USD