History of Emerald Isle:
The Western most thirteen miles of the Bogue Banks barrier island of the Southern Outer Banks was purchased in 1951 from Mrs. Anita Fort Maulik of Philadelphia. The total purchase price of $350,000, the largest ever recorded in Carteret County at the time, was offered by seven investors from the Red Springs area of Southeastern North Carolina. This area was later named EMERALD ISLE.
Where did Emerald Isle get its name? Could it have been the developers were all Irishmen? Possibly, they were all jewelers? Maybe they were taunting jealous freinds who were green with envy? Some even mentioned that the water is more green than blue. Others said that phosphorus deposits left behind on the beach by the lapping waves created a green glow about dusk each day. These all sound like possiblities, but none are correct.
When the original developers were contemplating the purchase of the undeveloped half of the 
island, a consultant from Florida was hired to advise them. This consultant asked to be flown over the property to gain a perspective on how development might occur. With no development at the time and appearing from the air as a solid green gem in the middle of a sea of sparkling water, he looked down from the heavens and said, "This Place Shall be Known as Emerald Isle".
Profiled in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post as one of the East Coast's premier family vacation attractions, Emerald Isle officials have worked hard to maintain the island's popularity by enacting ordinances and restrictions designed to provide a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
The island hosts seasonal events each year, with the St. Patrick's Day Celebration kicking off the spring season each March. The two-day event features food from area restaurants, arts and crafts vendors, an 8K race and a series of concerts by local bands and musicians on three different stages.
According to a 1960 federal census, only 14 people lived on Emerald Isle, while today more than 3,700 residents call it home. During each summer, the town welcomes tens of thousands of visitors.
Emerald Isle attracts more than just vacationers, however. Investors also have shown great interest in the island, taking advantage of a low tax rate and rapidly rising property values. Emerald Isle has flourished because it has focused its attention on families, as well as on preserving its environment. The island, home to abundant wildlife, has established a program to protect its sea turtles
Courtesy of www.emeraldisle-nc.org.
Emerald Isle, NC
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PROTECT THE TURTLES!
Starting in May, Female Loggerhead turtles will begin making their way onto our beaches to dig nests and lay eggs. This nesting activity continues until August. The female loggerhead comes ashore from Florida to North Carolina. She comes at night to lay her eggs in the sand. She will lay about 120 eggs and then cover the nest with sand and go back to the ocean. From then on the newly laid eggs are on their own to develop in the warm sand for about 60 days when they will hatch and make their way to the sea. Early morning volunteers are needed to walk a section of beach looking for and reporting turtle tracks and signs of nesting activities. These folks will also check daily to report any disturbances to the nest. In the late summer volunteers are needed to monitor the nests as they get ready to hatch. This is a big commitment but the rewards are awesome. It is a thrill to locate a nest and an even greater excitement when you see little hatchlings buyrst through and head for the sea. People will to volunteer for the Emerald Isle See Turtle Protection program should contact either Pam Minnick at 354 4288 or email her at paminn@aol.com or Jim Craig at 354-4001 or email him at JCraig2@ec.rr.com. Digital Artwork created by Dan Morris and sold at DaisieCompany.com
Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Department
The Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of activities, programs and services for both residents & vistors alike. Folks of all ages are certain to find an activity for their enjoyment. Click here to explore more of what's currently be offered including Aerobics scheduls and Tennis Events! Have fun and enjoy beautiful Emerald Isle!
SURFS UP!
Check out the Emerald Isle Beach cam to see if you should bring out your surf board or inner tube to the beach!
Worried about Rip currents? Before heading to the beach, check out the latest current reports!
Interested in the tide schedule for the Crystal Coast? Look no further! Click here!
FISHING REPORT!
Visit the Bogue Inlet Pier Website for the latest fishing report from the pier!
Want a more in-depth fishing report? Visti the NC Offshore and InLand Fishing Report!
PROTECT THE BEACH!
Public Access to Parking!
Whether you are here for the week, coming for the day, or live in town, find out where to park when visiting the beaches at Emerald Isle. Check out www.protecthebeach.com for other beach information.
LOOKING FOR FAMILY AMUSEMENTS?
Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point Area
Emerald Forest Putt-Putt
8720 Reed Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-5034
Open 10am to 11pm
18 Hole Putt Putt Course beside Pacific Superstore
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Golfin' Dolphin
134 Golfin Dolphin Drive
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
Primary Phone: (252)393-8131
Golfin' Dolphin Family Recreation Center at the intersection of NC 24/58 has a driving range, miniature golf, batting cages, go karts, bumper boats, water wars.
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Mac Daddy's
130 Golfin Dolphin Drive
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
Primar Phone: (252)393-6565
www.mymacdaddy's.com
Bowling Alley's, Sports Bar & Grill
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Lighthouse Golf
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-2811
Opens back up for the season on Memorial Day Weekend
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Playland
204 Islander Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-6616
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Water Boggan of Emerald Isle
8915 Reed Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-2609
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LOCAL DINING
Ballyhoo
140 Fairview Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-9397
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Bushwackers Restaurant
100 Bogue Inlet Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-6300
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El Zarape Mexican Restaurant
8802-5 Reed Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-1120
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Emerald Grill
303 Mangrove Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-9700
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Flipperz
311 Mangrove Drive
Emerald Isle, Nc 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-7775
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Jordan's House of Seafood
8106 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-5722
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Kathryn's Bistro & Martini Bar
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-6200
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Michaelangelo's Pizza
8700 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-7424
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Mike's Place
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-5277
Breakfast & Lunch only
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Portofino Ristorante & Wine Bar
Bell Cove Village, Coast Guard Road
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-8111
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RuckerJohn's Resaurant and More
8700 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Primary Phone: (252)354-2413
Serving Lunch & Dinner 7 Days a week
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The Fairway Restaurant
833 Highway 58
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
Primary Phone: (252)393-6444
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The Fishtrap
McLean Boulevard
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
Primary Phone: (252)393-1433
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T & W Oyster Bar and Restaurant
2383 HWY 58
Pelitier, NC 28584
Primary Phone: (252)393-8838
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