2013 Map of Oriental

About this map

Oriental and the surrounding coastal reaches of the Neuse River define this portion of Pamlico County. The maritime character of the region is evident in the concentration of boat-oriented infrastructure, including the Oriental Harbor Marina and Claneys Marina near Chadwick Point. Small settlements and landing points dot the intricate network of creeks and bays, with Whortonsville situated near the mouth of Broad Cr and Gibbton tucked further inland along the upper reaches of Trent Cr. The landscape is a complex puzzle of points and guts, where land and water meet at features like Windmill Point and Whittaker Point. Moving inland, the terrain transitions to agricultural and residential use near communities such as Merritt and Kershaw. The presence of the Benton Farm Airport near Pamlico underscores the local significance of private aviation in this water-bound landscape.