Crystal Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

This was taken at sunset at "The Point" at Emerald Isle Beach.  

There's no easy access to this remote area where waves come in to a point from three angles.  From where you park the beach access isn't far 1/4mi maybe?  Where I was, that's a hike and you need to be careful because parking closes around this time and if you don't make it back in time, guess where you're sleeping?

You don't have to go as far as I went, it's all beautiful, the sand is soft, the water warm and if you're in or around Eastern North Carolina... It's a destination you don't want to miss! 


#emeraldisle #beach #sunset #water #ocean #northcarolina #eastcoast #sky #waves #landscape #travel #explore
This was taken at sunset at "The Point" at Emerald Isle Beach.  

There's no easy access to this remote area where waves come in to a point from three angles.  From where you park the beach access isn't far 1/4mi maybe?  Where I was, that's a hike and you need to be careful because parking closes around this time and if you don't make it back in time, guess where you're sleeping?

You don't have to go as far as I went, it's all beautiful, the sand is soft, the water warm and if you're in or around Eastern North Carolina... It's a destination you don't want to miss! 


#emeraldisle #beach #sunset #water #ocean #northcarolina #eastcoast #sky #waves #landscape #travel #explore
You can't beat the view
Sunsets in Emerald Isle, North Carolina are truly spectacular! High-rise hotels aren't allowed in the cute city, only beach houses, so you often have the beach all to yourself 💜#bruisedpassports #beachbound
Bob's sinkhole at Croatan. There's an interesting explanation to this natural phenomenon there too.

Where to stay in Crystal Coast

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The Point

While The Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Isle Woods Park and Emerald Plantation.

The Point
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Island Quay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Island Quay and surrounding area, you can visit Triple S Marina and Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access.

Island Quay
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
The price is AU$156 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$156
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
2717 W Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$150 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$150
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Quiet

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is AU$158 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$158
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was great.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Les and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (281 reviews)
We very much enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were good. The apartment, while somewhat dated, was clean and functional. While there were limited kitchen supplies, we had brought some with us, so all was good. We enjoyed the location and beach. We would return!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

A Place at the Beach
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,270 reviews)
This is our 2nd. Time here wonderful just steps from the beach ⛱️ rooms were very clean 👍 and as for the kitchen has everything you need to cook. Just bring the food 😊 can't wait to make plans for next year. I give it ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home.  Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens,
Deck

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
This home's location was perfect and the home accommodated my large family of children, grandchildren and me. We celebrated Thanksgiving with walks on the beach, some beach football, warming up in the hot tub and of course, turkey and all the fixins'. Plenty of room for my whole crew. Couldn't ask ...

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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