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Bogue Banks
The Point is one of Bogue Banks.

1. The Point

8.6
Western Tip Of Emerald Isle, Emerald Isle, NC
Surf Spot · 6 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Beautiful beach on an ocean fed creek that's great for swimming, fishing, kite surfing, and boating.

Bear Island State Park is one of Bogue Banks.

2. Bear Island State Park

Hubert, NC
Beach · 2 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Great day trip for the family to an undeveloped island. Easily accessible by kayak or skiff from EI.

3. Cape Lookout National Seashore

8.5
131 Charles St, Harkers Island, NC
National Park · 7 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Great day trip out to an undeveloped island. Bonus: a real lighthouse.

4. Amos Mosquitos

8.5
703 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · 55 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Best restaurant on Bogue Banks. Great service and delicious, downhome cooking.

5. North Carolina Maritime Museum

8.9
315 Front St (at Turner St.), Beaufort, NC
Museum · 14 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Beautiful ship building warehouse across from this rainy day spot.

The Crab Shack is one of Bogue Banks.

6. The Crab Shack

7.7
144 Shore Dr, Salter Path, NC
Seafood Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Best local spot. The lines have become pretty ridiculous on the weekends, so hit it early or late.

7. Big Oak Drive-In & BBQ

8.1
1167 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC
Seafood Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Classic lunch spot for a shrimpburger.

Ruddy Duck Tavern is one of Bogue Banks.

8. Ruddy Duck Tavern

7.8
509 Evans St, Morehead City, NC
Seafood Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Dan P.Dan Parham: Good pub food.