Carteret County Map, North Carolina

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Carteret County, North Carolina

Beach bums, rejoice! Carteret County has 85 miles of pristine shoreline. It’s on North Carolina’s central coast, part of the Crystal Coast. Wild horses still roam free here.
Beaufort is the county seat, which oozes Southern charm. The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is a must-see. It has touch pools, a submarine tank, otters, and sharks.
Morehead City is known for its sport fishing. The county has a rich maritime history. As such, Blackbeard’s ship Queen Anne’s Revenge sank just offshore. There’s always an adventure waiting in Carteret County.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Carteret County |
County Seat | Beaufort |
Population | Approximately 75,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Beaufort, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 70, North Carolina State Route 24, North Carolina State Route 58 |
FIPS Code | 37-031 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,091 square miles (506 sq mi land, 585 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Jones County (North), Craven County (North), Pamlico County (North), Hyde County (Northeast), Onslow County (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | North Carolina |
Coordinates | 34.7150° N, 76.6550° W |
Etymology | Named after John Carteret, 2nd Earl Granville |
Major Landmarks | Cape Lookout National Seashore, Fort Macon State Park, Crystal Coast |
Website | Carteret County Website |
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