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Take in the breathtaking views of the New River by canoe or kayak. Jacksonville offers the nature enthusiasts the opportunity to explore its beautiful coastlines.

Jacksonville is the commercial hub of Onslow County and home to the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River.

Once a quiet farming town, Jacksonville has grown into the business, retail, medical, banking and cultural center for Onslow County. Growth continues to be fueled by young Marine family and military retirees.

Parks and Recreations

Whether you are eager to soak up some sun on the sandy beaches or adventure out to the see the varied marine and wildlife, Onslow County’s coastal terrain offers diverse scenery and activities for nature enthusiasts. With 30 miles of Atlantic ocean front, beach enthusiasts can enjoy fishing, boating and water sports. One of the well kept secrets of the area is Swansboro’s Hammocks Beach State Park. This beautiful park is home to Huggins Island and Bear Island. Enjoy a peaceful ride by private boat or the passenger ferry to Bear Island where you are offered the alternative to a crowded, over commercialized beach. Other parks throughout the county feature everything from playgrounds to picnic pavilions to go lf courses. Jacksonville’s Onslow Pines Park contains a short jogging trail‚ tot-lot with play equipment‚ picnic areas‚ and a horse arena.