North Carolina's Crystal Coast Is an 85-mile Stretch of Quaint Small Towns, White-sand Beaches, and Plenty of Southern Charm

North Carolina's Crystal Coast Is an 85-mile Stretch of Quaint Small Towns, White-sand Beaches, and Plenty of Southern Charm

Here’s what you need to know about planning a trip to North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.jared lloyd/Getty Images Aerial view of Cape Lookout.Crystal Coast, North CarolinaStay at the Atlantis, a vintage 1960s lodge in Pine Knoll Shores with ocean-view rooms and complimentary beach chairs.See the wild horses on Cape Lookout National Seashore.Rent a kayak or paddleboard, and get out on the local paddle trails.Fill up on shrimp burgers from Big Oak Dri…

Crystal Coast, North Carolina, Is 85 Miles of Quaint Small Towns and White-sand Beaches

Top 5 Can’t Miss Stay at the Atlantis, a vintage 1960s lodge in Pine Knoll Shores with ocean-view rooms and complimentary beach chairs. See the wild horses on Cape Lookout National Seashore. Rent a kayak or paddleboard, and get out on the local paddle trails. Fill up on shrimp burgers from Big Oak Drive-In & BBQ or Captain’s Kitchen food truck in Indian Beach. Plan your trip for the spring or fall to enjoy pleasant weather without the summer cr…