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2026 New Bern Scenic Spots Guide

Waterfront Retreat

Welcome to your calming half acre waterfront getaway with a boat slip and dock in the elegant residential River Bend Community mins. from historic New Bern. Unwind on the sizable, screened, covered porch overlooking the Trent River Canal or inside...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Oriental History

What we now know as Oriental was first settled about 1870 by Louis B. Midyette. He took shelter in the area's natural harbor on the Neuse River and the mouth of Smith Creek when he was blown off course on his way to New Bern.

A beautiful balanced 2-bedroom bungalow ...

Welcome to the striking balanced bungalow! Blending the ideal balance of warmth & appeal with modern amenities. Located in New Bern, this pretty home offers a comfortable stay for guests. It features two bedrooms, including one queen bed and two...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Cahooque Creek Recreation Area

The waterfront Cahooque Creek Recreation Site, located at the very corner where the Hancock and Cahoogue rivers meet up with the expansive Neuse River, is a water and boat lover's dream destination. With easy access to all three of these rivers, in...

Unique Restored Barn Rental Perfect for ...

Constructed in the 1940s, this unique barn rental is near the Croatan National Forest and provides guests access to the Neuse River. It is a calming glamping hideaway with all the amenities of home. The rustic ambiance is complemented by antique...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
North Carolina History Center

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

Waterfront home with dock and community ...

Sensational waterfront home in a gated community on the river with a pier and a private boat dock. This beauty is located in the Fairfield harbor gated neighborhood with so many amenities. Enter through the front door and head upstairs to a ranch...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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,'...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

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...