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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Featured Vacation Rentals

Fairfield Harbor New Bern

Fairfield Harbour is located in the suburbs of New Bern, and a fifteen min. drive from downtown. You are entering a gated community with amenities such as a golf course, marina, boat ramp, kayaks and tennis courts. Security roams the area, making it...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Victorian New Bern Vacation Rental In Do...

You can have a Victorian experience firsthand at this refurbished North Carolina apartment. Constructed in 1880 and refreshed with all the modern amenities, this vacation rental features antique furnishings, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, WiFi, and more. This...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wyndham Fairfield Harbour | 1BR/1BA Quee...

Summary:Fairfield Harbour sits along the banks of the Neuse River in striking New Bern, a city dating back to 1710. You'll find a full array of amenities here, ranging from land and water sports to river cruises, live entertainment, and the chance...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
River Retreat Condo: serenity with great...

Fairfield Harbour condo that overlooks the Neuse River and has simple access to Historic New Bern. Feel a wide array of attractions such as our colonial history and North Carolina's first capital at Tryon Palace; the birthplace of Pepsi Cola; Civil...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New Bern Home w/ Direct Access to Neuse ...

Savor a calming getaway at this impressive 3-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow in New Bern, North Carolina! Sitting along the banks of the Neuse River with over 2 acres of land, this vacation rental offers families and friends a place to really get away from...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Family-Friendly New Bern Home w/ Backyar...

You and your family can feel right at home at this welcoming New Bern vacation rental! The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features a fenced-in backyard — ideal for your family pets to romp and play in — and ample space indoors. Family members of all...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

Pamlico Highlights

Belhaven, NC

The little town of Belhaven may be a blink-and-you'll-miss-it town, but Eastern North Carolina visitors who decide to take the long way home along US Highway 264 will be rewarded with a visit to a picturesque waterfront town that is filled with...

New Bern Civic Theater

Visitors who want to take in a fantastically performed local show while admiring one of New Bern's many historical gems should make a date to attend a production staged by the New Bern Civic Theatre. With a role of a lifetime as one of Craven...

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Oriental, NC

Many locals attest that Oriental is a "contagious destination," where vehicular travelers via the two lane US 55, or maritime travelers along the Neuse River or Pamlico Sound, tend to stop by for a night or two, and end up sticking around for an...

Oriental Harbor Marina

The Oriental Harbor Marina, located at the mouth of the wide open Neuse River, is a paradise for local boat lovers or mariners just passing through along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

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...