BOATING ACCESS

Shell Rock Landing
Located at the end of Red Barn Rd. Less than 5 miles from Queens Harbor. This dual ramp access launches directly to the Intracoastal Waterway. Bogue Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean are within 3 nautical miles. Other inlets within 30 minutes by water include Browns Inlet & the New River Inlet. This access provids great year-round fishing and relaxation.

Cedar Point - Hwy 24
A single access deep water launch directly into the Intracoastal.Less than 1 nautical mile from Bogue Inlet. Located in Cedar Point, travel east on NC 24. Area located on the left (1 mile N of Swansboro).

BEACHES

Hammocks Beach State Park
A passenger ferry that operates between Memorial Day and Labor Day shuttles visitors between the mainland and Bear Island where one of the most beautiful primitive beaches in the country awaits. Facilities include a bathhouse, primitive and group tent campsites, canoe/kayak access, and telephone services.
Emerald Isle Public Beach Access
Less than 15 minute car ride to Emerald Isle's Western Ocean Beach Access. Large paved parking, bathhouse facilities & 2 courts of Volleyball.

MARINAS

Located in Swansboro on the I.C.W. Both provide dry stack, storage, fuel and ships store. Dudley's is equipped with a full tackle shop, boat supplies and both offer marine services.
Caspers Marina 910-326-4462
Dudley’s Marina 252-393-2204

GOLF COURSES

Star Hill Golf Club of Cape Carteret (252) 393-8111 - 27 holes, Par 36, pro shop, practice range, putting green, snack bar, & swimming pool - Cape Carteret

Silver Creek Golf Club (252) 393-8058 18 hole championship golf course, 18 hole lighted par 3, putt-putt, driving range large practice area, pro shop, & snack bar - Pelletier

Brandywine Bay Golf Club (252) 246-2541 - 18 hole course with practice area, pro shop, & snack bar. Semi-private. - Morehead City

Rock Creek Golf Course (910) 324-5151 - 18 hole, restaurant/bar,driving range & pro shop - Jacksonville

Paradise Point (910) 451-5445 - 2 - 18 hole courses - Camp Lejeune

Swingin' Things Inc (910) 347-7711 - 9 hole course, driving range, putt putt, snack bar - Jacksonville

BICYCLING

Swansboro Cycling enthusiasts return each year to this exciting and challenging 50-mile ride that crosses through two counties and the Croatan National Forest.

KAYAK & CANOEING

Swansboro and the surrounding area offers world class Canoe & Kayaking for novice or professional..Check out Barrier Island Kayaks, they offer Guided Tours, Rentals and Sales.

HISTORIC SITES

Historic District & Bicentennial Park
This charming district offers opportunities to shop and dine in some of the most interesting historic buildings on the east coast. At the end of the waterfront area visitors can relax, picnic, and feed some of the city’s friendliest duck residents on the shore of the beautiful White Oak River.