Pantego Travel Guide

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I spent the day near Pungo Lake in the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in eastern North Carolina recently. The low-lying areas in the Refuge are comprised of fields used for agriculture, and canals that drain the area. This was taken along one of the canals in the refuge.
 These are redwing blackbirds in a field near Pungo Lake in the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. Farmers plant crops on huge fields within the Refuge, and when they harvest their crops, they must leave 20 percent unharvested for migratory birds, primarily tundra swans. The blackbirds have obviously discovered this source of food, and can be seen in this area in flocks that must number in the tens of thousands. These birds were responding to a hawk flying nearby.
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Washington

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Washington

3 out of 5
2090 West 15th Street Washington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$188 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$188
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (645 reviews)
Clean room, pleasant staff, Breakfast was above average.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Washington
Hampton Inn Washington

Hampton Inn Washington

2.5 out of 5
2085 W 15th St Washington NC
The price is AU$159 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$159
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (685 reviews)
The friendly staff, clean, quiet room

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Washington
Quality Inn Washington NC

Quality Inn Washington NC

2.5 out of 5
1636 Carolina Ave Washington NC
The price is AU$115 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$115
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (361 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, minimal parking, great location for food choices

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Quality Inn Washington NC
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.
3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge

Pantego NC
Stay at this holiday home in Pantego. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Leah is a very responsive host. She’s always quick to get back with answers.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

3bd, 1ba across from Pocosin Lakes Wildlife Refuge
Large 3 bedroom home near wildlife refuge in eastern NC

Large 3 bedroom home near wildlife refuge in eastern NC

Pantego NC
Stay at this holiday home in Pantego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
For our two couples group traveling together, the house was just great! Everything needed was provided and the house was close to the wildlife refuges. Could not have been better!

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Large 3 bedroom home near wildlife refuge in eastern NC
Waterside Resort

Waterside Resort

3.5 out of 5
231 Waterside Drive Roper NC
Stay at this condo in Roper. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attraction Chowan Golf and Country Club is located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
The sunset views are priceless.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Waterside 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.