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Jacksonville, NC features the following outdoor activities. 
More information on these activities can be found at http://www.onslowcountytourism.com/play/outdoor-activities/

Beaches

Hammocks Beach Sate Park

Pristine barrier island beaches, kayaking, ferry rides and more. Hammocks Beach is also a favorite nesting ground for the endangered logger-head sea turtle, and an excellent location for a wide variety of recreational activities.

|1572 Hammocks Beach Rd, Swansboro, 28584
Distance from Jacksonville: 18.75 miles

 

Coastal Ecology Tours

Sails include dolphin watch tours, sunset sails, Cape Lookout excursions. Departures from the Beaufort downtown waterfront. All custom charters. Reservations only. 252-241-6866. Ask about discount for active military.

|600 Front Street, Beaufort, 28516
Distance from Jacksonville: 43.34 miles

Onslow County Beach Access Site #4

Located on SR 1568, about 1 mile from NC 210. Features an elevated wooden observation deck on the ocean, restrooms, showers, concession area, and parking for 150 vehicles.

|484 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 18.08 miles

Onslow County Beach Access # 1

Located on SR 1568, sound side, 4 miles north of North Topsail Beach high-rise bridge. Features a ramp and walkway to the ocean, restrooms, showers, and a gravel parking lot for 30 vehicles on about 1 acre.

|1795 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 16.83 miles

Onslow County Beach Access # 2

Located on NC210, 4 miles southeast of North Topsail Beach high-rise bridge.

|2950 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 20.79 miles

Northeast Creek Park

Featuring boating access and a 18-hole disc golf course, this is a great place for a family day or special event.

|NE Creek Park Road, Jacksonville, 28546
Distance from Jacksonville: 3.94 miles

West Onslow Beach - Boat Access

Boating Access: NC Hwy 210 at Topsail Island high-rise bridge

Topsail Island
Distance from Jacksonville: 19.88 miles

Turkey Creek

Boating Access at Turkey Creek, Sneads Ferry - Old Folkstone Road (SR 1518)

Sneads Ferry
Distance from Jacksonville: 14.17 miles


 

Swansboro, Highway 24 East

After crossing two bridges

Swansboro
Distance from Jacksonville: 17.32 miles

Willis Landing

Boating Access: SR1504 - travel 1.2 miles to the end of the road. Shallow draft vessels recommended.

Distance from Jacksonville: 1,034.15 miles

Onslow County Beach Access Site #4

Located on SR 1568, about 1 mile from NC 210. Features an elevated wooden observation deck on the ocean, restrooms, showers, concession area, and parking for 150 vehicles.

|484 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 18.08 miles

Onslow County Beach Access # 1

Located on SR 1568, sound side, 4 miles north of North Topsail Beach high-rise bridge. Features a ramp and walkway to the ocean, restrooms, showers, and a gravel parking lot for 30 vehicles on about 1 acre.

|1795 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 16.83 miles

Onslow County Beach Access # 2

Located on NC210, 4 miles southeast of North Topsail Beach high-rise bridge.

|2950 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 20.79 miles

Onslow County Beach Access # 3

Located past the St. Regis Hotel at the mouth of the New River at North Topsail Beach.

|New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach, 28460
Distance from Jacksonville: 16.54 miles

New River Waterfront Park

Located in downtown Jacksonville adjacent to USO. and Boat launch area on the banks of the New River.

|Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, 28540
Distance from Jacksonville: 0.28 miles