The development and marina known as River Dunes, sits in an ultra-sheltered harbor off the particular Broad Creek which cuts into the Neuse River between Bay River and Oriental. In North Carolina, you have to be careful to spell out which Broad Creek you are speaking about, as there are at least a half dozen “broad creeks” on the state’s coastline.
Anyway, back to River Dunes. This is, quite simply, the most impressive development I think I have ever seen. You have to see the eloquence and charm here for yourself to have a full appreciation. And, the marina is first class in every way. I would urge all cruisers to check out River Dunes. You won’t be sorry.
And, lest I forget, these good people are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISRERS’ NET SPONSOR!

Subject: River Dunes, NC
Cruising News: We recently had the pleasure of docking at River Dunes, North Carolina. River Dunes is a sheltered harbor located a few miles east of Oriental, just minutes off the Neuse River and the ICW. Our sailing club the `Carrot Island Yacht Club’ recently held a rendezvous there. I have to say the experience was top notch from the moment we radioed that we were entering their channel to the day we departed. The staff was outstanding, helpful, friendly and accommodating. The facilities are second to none, including all new floating docks, fuel & pump out stations, hospitality center, restaurant, pool, hot tubs, cabanas, laundry, grills, fire pits, courtesy car, and bikes. If you need to sleep in a real bed on dry land, they have beautifully decorated and equipped cottages to rent.
We have cruised extensively on the Eastern seaboard and can highly recommend River Dunes to anyone cruising in the area.
Wayne & Vanessa Stryker
Windancer

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