Jacksonville, NC at a Glance
This WorldWeb.com travel and tourism
guide for Jacksonville, featuring hotels
and other
accommodations, tours,
attractions,
events,
shopping
and more, will help you plan a successful visit to Jacksonville, North Carolina,
U.S.A.
Located just inland from the Atlantic Ocean along the New River, Jacksonville
is a major destination for visitors to the east coast of North Carolina. Nearby
beaches and waterfront parks, including Hammocks Beach State Park, make the
city an ocean playground. Golfers can find a challenging course among the many
in the region. The abundant and varied wilderness habitats, including forests,
marshes and ocean, make Jacksonville a rewarding area for birdwatching and wildlife
spotting. Camp Lejeune Marine Base, one the largest United States Marine Corps
bases, is located next to Jacksonville and has a major influence on the city's
fortunes.
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