The best parks & outdoor spots in Beaufort

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Shackleford Banks Southern Shore

Parks & Outdoors

Whether you need a breather or a long walk that actually clears the mind, Shackleford Banks Southern Shore is that undeveloped slice of…

M9J3+C7 (Harkers Island)

“Whether you need a breather or a long walk that actually clears the mind, Shackleford Banks Southern Shore is that undeveloped slice of Cape Lookout National Seashore just off Beaufort. Hop the NPS ferry from downtown, wander wide beaches, comb for shells, and maybe spot the famed banker ponies.”

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Breeza Beachwear

Parks & Outdoors

Breeza Beachwear is family-owned since 1978 and keeps a clean, family-friendly shop stocked with swimsuits, tees, flip flops, toys and…

101 W Fort Macon Rd (Atlantic Beach)

“Breeza Beachwear is family-owned since 1978 and keeps a clean, family-friendly shop stocked with swimsuits, tees, flip flops, toys and souvenirs, basically all you need to reach the beach. Perfect for locals when a quick paddle or porch sit turns into a full beach day and something important was left at home.”

From the Beaufort newsletter, October 16, 2026

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Town Creek Marina

Parks & Outdoors

Town Creek Marina is Beaufort’s only full-service marina, with state-of-the-art floating docks, in-slip ValvTect fueling, and dry stack or…

114 Town Crk Dr

“Town Creek Marina is Beaufort’s only full-service marina, with state-of-the-art floating docks, in-slip ValvTect fueling, and dry stack or wet slips up to 180’. Their certified techs and 85-ton travel lift handle serious fixes, then you can toast the sunset at the on-site City Kitchen.”

From the Beaufort newsletter, October 5, 2026

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