Fort Macon State Park Tours

Birdwatching and wildflowers adorn the dunes.
Empty beach on the perfect Fall day. Water was even warm for wading and shelling!
Spend the day and stay to catch the sun setting over the Atlantic Ocean.
Beautiful Fall day at the Fort Macon Beach. Enjoy the sand and fishing (do swimming or wading allowed).
Enjoy the pavilion, showers, restrooms, and snack bar (upon during summer) and take the board walk to the best beach for swimming and shelling.

Popular places to visit

Fascinating exhibits on fishing, boats, whaling, and pirates.

North Carolina Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

North Carolina Maritime Museum
Beaufort in North Carolina on a Sunny Summer Day

Beaufort Historic Site

Learn about the local history of Beaufort when you take a trip to Beaufort Historic Site. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Beaufort Historic Site
Aerial View of the Morehead City North Carolina waterfront looking south

Morehead City Port

Explore the waterfront in Morehead City with a trip to Morehead City Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Morehead City Port
Buildings, docks and boats at sunset in Beaufort, North Carolina

Town Creek Marina

Explore the waterfront in Beaufort with a trip to Town Creek Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Town Creek Marina
Pier speedboat. A marina lot. This is usually the most popular tourist attractions on the beach.Yacht and sailboat is moored at the quay.Aerial view by drone.Top view.

Anchorage Marina

Explore the waterfront in Atlantic Beach with a trip to Anchorage Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Anchorage Marina
Woman standing on boardwalk in marsh

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

You can take time to visit Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail during your travels to Atlantic Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

Best Lodging Options Near Fort Macon State Park

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing

3.5 out of 5
814 Shepard Street Morehead City NC
Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
Inlet Inn NC

Inlet Inn NC

2.5 out of 5
601 Front St Beaufort NC
Inlet Inn NC
Compass Hotel Beaufort by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel Beaufort by Margaritaville

2 out of 5
103 Cedar St Beaufort NC
Compass Hotel Beaufort by Margaritaville
Beaufort Harbour Suites

Beaufort Harbour Suites

2 out of 5
313 Cedar St Beaufort NC
Beaufort Harbour Suites
Atlantic Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Beach Access!

Atlantic Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Beach Access!

4 out of 5
Atlantic Beach NC
Atlantic Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Beach Access!
Sand Dollar Motel

Sand Dollar Motel

2.5 out of 5
101 Henderson Blvd Atlantic Beach NC
Sand Dollar Motel
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