Beaches and Day Trips near Beaufort

My family is planning a trip to North Carolina this summer and we%26#39;re still trying to narrow down where we%26#39;re going to stay. We%26#39;re looking pretty hard at Beaufort right now.

We%26#39;re wondering how close a driving beach would be to Beaufort? My kids are all about the beach, but I%26#39;m thinking the ferry would get expensive?

Also, are there some good day trips we could make from Beaufort?

Thanks for any help you can give!

Beaches and Day Trips near Beaufort

I love Beaufort! Atlantic Beach is just a few miles away, on the Morehead City side of the bridge. Some day trips: drive out to Cedar Island and take the 2 1/4 hour ferry to Ocracoke for the day, take the ferry to Cape Lookout, Fort Macon at Atlantic Beach. The Maritime museum also has activities for the family. Lots to do!

Beaches and Day Trips near Beaufort

Thanks for the info and good ideas. I really appreciate it!