Nestled between Beaufort and the Outer Banks, Harkers Island Boating Club offers it all. Offshore fishing is minutes away through Barden Inlet, the Outer Banks’ most protected inlet.

Spend a day at Cape Lookout National Seashore and explore the 56 miles of undeveloped coastline that make it the perfect place for swimming, picnicking, and family fun. While you’re there, be sure to visit Cape Lookout, one of North Carolina’s most historic lighthouses.

Shackleford Banks, located between Beaufort Inlet and Cape Lookout, offers shelling and water sports as well as inshore fishing in the Bogue Sound. Don’t forget to take a look at the wild horses that call this island home.

In Beaufort, just minutes from Harkers Island by water, you can find yourself lost in the rich history of the area. Shop like a local at the many quaint boutiques on Front Street and enjoy a delicious meal at one of the town’s waterfront cafes.