2013 Map of Beaufort

About this map

Morehead City and Beaufort stand as the primary coastal hubs on this 2013 survey of the North Carolina Inner Banks. The landscape is defined by its intricate marine geography, where the Newport River and Beaufort Channel meet the Atlantic Ocean at Beaufort Inlet. Local heritage is anchored by the Old Burying Grounds and Beaufort Restoration Grounds in the historic town center. The map reveals the critical infrastructure supporting this maritime economy, from the N C State Port Authority and Morehead Gulf Docks to the Michael J. Smith Field Airport. Further south, the barrier island communities of Atlantic Beach and Money Island Beach are shown with their landmark Sportsmans Pier and Oceana Pier, illustrating the region's long-standing connection to both commercial shipping and coastal recreation. Uninhabited areas like Carrot Island and Shackleford Point provide a view of the preserved natural shoreline across the Carrot Island Channel.