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2026 New Bern Hiking Spots Guide

The Hideaway; Hot tub, Fire Pit, and Pat...

Hot tub! Campfire! Back Patio! 2 miles from public boat ramp at Brices Creek Recreation Area. 6 miles from downtown New Bern! The adjustable king bed in the master bedroom will make you feel right at home! The split floor plan accepts to complete...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Washington, NC History

Explored in the late 1500s it was finally settled in 1690. James Bonner started the town on his own farm in the 1770s. After serving in the Continental Army, Bonner returned home and in 1776 renamed his town, originally called ''Forks of the Tar,'...

Beautiful New Bern Studio Cabin w/ Fire ...

It’s time to plan your escape to one of North Carolina’s oldest towns. Whether you’re planning to discover the historical sites of New Bern or get out on the waters of the Neuse River, this vacation rental studio is the ideal place to return...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Jarvis Mansion

The Jarvis Mansion is a small and hard-to-find bed and breakfast located along a quiet portion of New Bern's main Pollock Street, just a block or so away from the scenic waterfront. The historic two-story white home, built around the turn of the...

Neuse River Retreat

Welcome to our gorgeous 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom riverfront home, ideal for a calming hideaway or a fun-filled vacation. Located along the handsome Neuse River and surrounded by lush, wooded scenery, this roomy 3,100 sq ft property offers the ideal...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Downtown Riverside Lighthouse

In the Historic Downtown Riverside Community. The Riverside Lighthouse is a striking, historic home, tucked away on a peaceful street in the heart of Downtown just steps away from New Bern's rich history, vibrant dining, nightlife, stores, and...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Birthplace of Pepsi

First time visitors should note not to ask for a Coke in the Inner Banks town of New Bern. The community has a proud history as the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola, and this claim to fame is celebrated at a number of locales around downtown, including the...

Neuse River Recreation Area

The Neuse River Recreation Area is an inviting rustic vacation destination for seasoned campers and newcomers alike, with an equally alluring location that's just steps away from the miles-wide Neuse River, and just a few miles away from New Bern...

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...

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.