Your Guide to Pamlico, NC

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Pamlico, NC

The Pamlico region of North Carolina is a peaceful coastal area known for its wide riverfront views, maritime history, and connection to the state's inland sounds and estuaries.

Centered around the Pamlico Sound - the largest lagoon along the U.S. East Coast - this region includes charming towns like Washington, Bath, Oriental, and Belhaven. Visitors will find scenic waterfronts, historic districts, and an abundance of outdoor recreation, including boating, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. With its quiet creeks, wide open water, and slower pace of life, the Pamlico region offers a relaxing escape into North Carolina's coastal heartland.

Lodging options in the Pamlico region include cozy inns, waterfront cottages, and vacation rental homes. The area is ideal for travelers looking to explore hidden gems, enjoy water-based activities, and experience authentic small-town charm. Whether you're sailing along the sound, visiting North Carolina's oldest town, or simply watching the sunset from a dock, the Pamlico region offers a quiet and scenic getaway off the beaten path.

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Vacation Rental

Featured Vacation Rentals

3-Bedroom Home with King Bed, Smart TVs ...

Unwind with the whole family in this comfortable, refreshed home in a modest, peaceful neighborhood. Prepare home-cooked meals in the completely equipped kitchen, and let the dog out to play in the private, fenced-in backyard. Savor your morning...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Amazing 3 BR Home / 5 mins to DT / Pet F...

Located in a cozy New Bern neighborhood, this appealing freshly constructed 3 bedroom home offers a ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and style for all travelers.Being just a short 5 min. drive to downtown New Bern, this home is the ideal fit for...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Artful Apartment above the streets of  d...

Settle into this comfortable space that will delight your senses with urban eclectic designer flair and offer a relaxing place to rest after a day of exploring. Whether you’re unwinding inside or planning your next adventure, this terrific spot...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Getaway Country Cottage - Entire house -...

Feel absolute privacy and tranquility in this freshly remodeled bungalow- entire home, kitchen with Granite counter tops, plus outdoor covered decking, eating, TV, exercise gym with weights, treadmill, 32' X 40' outdoor decking, fire pit - tons of...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Brand New Studio in a quiet neighborhood...

Located in a rather neighborhood in New Bern, savor what this 1-bedroom studio has to offer. Awe inspiring Architecture with “1 of a kind” kitchen. Trust me… you have never seen anything like it. You’ve seen the rest, now stay at the best...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Lakefront Condo with Indoor Pool, Hot Tu...

Summary:Feel a amazing family vacation in this charming 2-bedroom condo located in New Bern, NC. Savor resort amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and a hot tub. The condo features a entirely equipped kitchen, a hottub tub, and a...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Pamlico Highlights

Bath, NC History

European settlement near the Pamlico River in the 1690's led to the creation of Bath, North Carolina's first town, in 1705. The town's location seemed ideal with easy access to the river and the Atlantic Ocean 50 miles away--at Ocracoke Inlet.

Outer Banks Speedway

Visitors with a need for speed can hit the tracks in Creswell, just a couple miles west of Columbia, at the Outer Banks Speedway. The all-concrete 1/8 mile track has a two lane, 50' ft. wide racing surface where local and visiting speed demons can...

New Bern Firemans Museum

The New Bern Fire Department began as a fraternal organization and was originally called the "Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company," and was the first chartered fire department in the state of North Carolina. This original company became inactive...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2026

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Belhaven, NC History

Originally named Jack's Neck, Belhaven was once a bustling industrial town with a half-dozen lumber companies and a branch of the Norfolk and Southern Railroad.