John Bond Town Beach is a tiny pristine inland beach in Oriental, North Carolina. It’s a perfect place for folks to stop for a break during their workdays or for a day-long adventure. Create some new memories while enjoying a sunny excursion on this little protected beach area along the Neuse River. Some folks have said it’s one of the best beaches in North Carolina, and we can’t disagree. Come see for yourself! 

As soon as you arrive, you'll feel it - that excitement that comes when your feet hit the sand and knowing that first drop in the water is really cold.
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John Bond Town Beach, Oriental, NC 28571, USA
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We see you, one of the first people on the beach.
Get out your toys and be warned - you may have some competition retrieving that ball with the minnows, crabs, turtles, and other cool creatures.
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The rocks are a neat place to find some of these critters.
Try out your fishing skills for such beauties as red drum, speckled trout, rockfish, cobia, and albacore.
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Play in the sand and dig for hidden sea treasures. And whether it's for fishing gear or sunscreen, pick up a roomy beach bag to haul everything around.

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The covered picnic table is a welcome relief from the sun while you're having a yummy afternoon snack.
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It's also a great place to enjoy your lunch if you work in town.
Daydream of another world where you own one of these.
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Or wait - maybe you already own one, or a fancy jet ski.
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And don't leave until the sun turns the sky into a golden glow.
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Stay the night at River Neuse Suites, so you can get up and do it again tomorrow.

For more information about John Bond Town Beach, this pristine island beach in North Carolina, visit the Neuse River Basin’s web page.

And while you’re in Oriental, dine at The Silos, an Italian restaurant located in a former grain silo.

You’ll Fall In Love With The Italian Restaurant Located In A Former Grain Silo In North Carolina

 

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Hidden Gems In North Carolina

Melanie J. | June 21, 2024

Aside from John Bond Town Beach, what are some more beaches in North Carolina?

If you love John Bond Town Beach, then you must add these other beaches in North Carolina. They're great for a family-friendly day trip. 

  • Emerald Isle, Bogue Banks Island
  • Ocracoke Island Beach, Ocracoke
  • Topsail Island, Jacksonville
  • Lifeguarded Beach, Ocracoke
  • Bald Head Island, Brunswick County
  • Wrightsville Beach, New Hanover County
  • Cape Lookout National Seashore, Outer Banks
  • Caswell Beach, Brunswick County
  • Carova Beach, Currituck County
  • Atlantic Beach, Carteret County
  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Buxton
  • Kure Beach, New Hanover County

Here’s an article telling you more about these pristine beaches in North Carolina.

What are the prettiest lakes in North Carolina? 

While NC beaches are beautiful, the lakes are equally pristine, and these are some of the prettiest lakes in North Carolina that are worth visiting. 

  • Lake Norman, Iredell County
  • Lake Montonia, Kings Mountain
  • Watauga Lake, Boone
  • White Lake, Bladen County
  • Lake Toxaway, Transylvania County
  • Lake Tillery, Stanly/Montgomery County
  • Price Lake, Greensboro
  • Jordan Lake, Chatham County
  • Lake Wheeler, Raleigh
  • Fontana Lake, Graham/Swain County
  • Nantahala Lake, Macon County
  • Lake Gaston, Macon
  • Bay Tree Lake, Harrells

Check out our article to learn more about our choices for the prettiest lakes in North Carolina. 

What are some hidden gems in North Carolina?  

From waterfalls to state parks to serene gardens and more, here are some of our favorite hidden gems in North Carolina.

  • Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury
  • UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, Charlotte
  • Treehouse Vineyards, Monroe
  • Grandfather Mountain, Linville
  • Soco Falls, Maggie Valley
  • Craggy Gardens Overlook, Black Mountain
  • Croatan National Forest, Havelock
  • Moore Cove Falls Trail, Brevard
  • Jomeokee Trail, Pilot Mountain
  • Hammocks Beach State Park, Swansboro
  • Jones Lake State Park, Elizabethtown
  • Hawksbill Mountain, Nebo
  • Roaring Fork Falls Trailhead, Burnsville

Be sure to read our article to discover more hidden gems in North Carolina.

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