Around town
Morehead City is nestled in the heart of the Crystal Coast that stretches from Emerald Isle to Cape Lookout -this area ls also known as the Southern Outer Banks.
This coastal community is known for having a rich history in the fishing world and has grown to be a major destination for family vacations.
The Crystal Coast
The Crystal Coast is considered the gem of the east coast, with miles of gorgeous public beaches to enjoy.
Enjoy Fresh and local seafood at our amazing restaurants on the waterfront and don’t forget to check out the areas shops and boutiques as they display their local art, jewelry, and apparel.
World famous fishing tournaments
Crystal Coast is home to several fishing tournaments throughout the year. One of which being The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament -known as one of the biggest fishing tournaments along the East Coast, and is hosted just steps away from the Ramblin Man.
It's a pretty great spot to be, and you could totally be there.
With a Southern Kingfish Assoc.1ST place win, Capt Nick is always ready to battle it out on the water!
Pirates and foodies
Be sure to stop in Beaufort, a gorgeous historical village where Blackbeard himself once lived! We also highly recommend Fort Macon and Shackleford Banks wild horse tours. You won't want to miss the Seafood Festival held every October on the Morehead City Waterfront, which is a great time of year for fishing too!
Boat to table dining experience
Several of the restaurants around our dock provide “boat to table” dining. Have a local chef prepare your catch of the day paired with some of their signature side dishes and get the full waterfront experience.