Natural Attractions in the Atlantic Beach NC Area

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Dolphin Cruise

Wild Horse Cruise

Beaufort Trading Co.

Harbor Specialties

Beaufort Harbour Suites

Discovery Diving

Ferry to Cape Lookout

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Atlantic Beach resides on Bogue Banks, a 22-mile stretch of islands that act as a barrier to mainland North Carolina. These islands face the Atlantic Ocean to the south, which creates both spectacular sunrises and sunsets to view over the horizon.

“Meet the Locals” Dolphin Hunt   Boat Tours & Cruises – Dolphin Watch – Dolphin Hunt – Dolphin Tour | Sightings may include dolphins, sea turtles, ospreys, herons, egrets, and more…   1 hour and 15 minute cruise | You stay on the boat, relax & enjoy Fully guided by our incredible local Captains | CLICK HERE

To the west, Cape Lookout’s lighthouse can be seen on clear days, standing magnificently in the sky as a guiding light for sea traffic.  Shackelford Island, just off Atlantic Beach’s coast, is a popular destination for visitors who enjoy exploring.

Accessibly only by ferry or personal boat, the island has been uninhabited since its introduction as a state wildlife refuge.  Populating Shackelford are wild horses, known as “banker horses,” which are believed to have originated from a Spanish shipwreck centuries ago.  Beach accesses can be found any number of places throughout the Atlantic Beach.  Most every access is complete with public parking, and many have bathhouses attached for visitors. 

Wild Horse & History Tour   Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks & Carrot Island | Beaufort, NC | Fort Macon | Harkers Island | Sand Dollar Island | US Coast Guard Station    1 hour and 15 minute cruise | You stay on the boat, relax & enjoy Fully guided by our incredible local Captains | CLICK HERE