The Crystal Coast Blog

Life on the Waters of the Crystal Coast

Life on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast revolves around the water and the wealth of activities that await you. The variety of things to do on the Bogue Banks are almost as endless as the Atlantic Ocean itself. It’s easy to get back to nature on the water with kayak tours, boat tours, surfing, jet ski rentals to kite surfing and fishing from the surf, boat or pier. The ways to explore the waters of the Inter Coastal Waterway and the Atlantic are limitless. For a hands-on experience, be sure to make time during your vacation for a visit to the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

History is Alive at Fort Macon

At the East end of Bogue Banks near the town of Atlantic Beach you will find Fort Macon State Park. Attracting 1.3 million annual visitors, this historic park offers guided walking tour provided by park rangers, fishing, swimming and so much more. Your trip to the Crystal Coast will not be complete without a visit to this historic site.

Turf Fun

Even with so much water and history, options to play on the Crystal Coast are plentiful. For golfers, there are a number of challenging championship caliber courses.

Bike Emerald Isle

For those who visit or live in Emerald Isle, a wonderful bike path meanders along Highway 58 providing biking enjoyment for the whole family.

You and your family are sure to find many things to do here on the Crystal Coast.

Get to know your activity options here on the Crystal Coast:

• Crystal Coast Attractions
• Crystal Coast Golf Courses

• Beach Access Points in Atlantic Beach
• Beach Access Points in Pine Knoll Shores
• Beach Access Points in Salter Path/Indian Beach
  
• Beach Access Points in Emerald Isle

Bowling Comes to the Crystal Coast

During a recent visit to the Golfin Dolphin in Cape Carteret, I spoke with Assistant Manager Tiffany Chavez. Tiffany stated Mac Daddy’s Bowling is scheduled to open on Memorial Day weekend. Mac Daddy’s is a complete 24-lane bowling facility with a sports bar and grill, arcade and conference rooms. Now you have one more choice for fun things to do on the Crystal Coast.

Spring Hours at Golfin Dolphin

Tiffany also stated their new spring hours are in “full-swing” at the Golfin Dolphin. Weekday hours are 9:30am to 7:00pm and weekend hours are 9:00am until 7:00pm.

Once Mac Daddy’s is open, we will provide more information and photos too!

Helping you have more fun on the Crystal Coast,

Bobby