Activities

Looking for a laid-back seafood spot where dogs are welcome? Fish Hut Grill is a great choice. This casual outdoor restaurant offers fresh seafood like shrimp baskets, fish tacos, and grouper sandwiches—and dogs are welcome to join you at their shaded picnic tables. It's easygoing, quick, and a perfect spot to grab a bite after spending time outside with your dog.

Hammocks Beach State Park is a great spot if you’re looking to spend some time outdoors around Emerald Isle and Swansboro. The park is best known for Bear Island, a quiet barrier island you can reach by ferry, kayak, or canoe. Once you’re there, you’ll find wide open beaches, calm surf, and plenty of space to spread out.

Want to spend some quality time out in nature on your trip in Emerald Isle? Head over to Emerald Isle Woods Park! This 41-acre park features a wooded walking trail, a scenic boardwalk that leads to Bogue Sound, a floating fishing dock, and a fun nine-hole disc golf course. It's a dog-friendly trail in Emerald Isle, so long as you keep your four-legged friends on a leash!

If you're looking for a great golf experience near Emerald Isle, North Shore Country Club in Sneads Ferry should be on your list. This 18-hole championship course offers gorgeous views of the Intracoastal Waterway and a layout that’s both fun and challenging. The fairways are generous, but the well-placed bunkers and water hazards will keep you on your toes. Plus, the friendly folks in the pro shop make you feel right at home.