Like Peg and Jim, we recently visited the Morehead City municipla docks. They are located on the western end of the downtown waterfront, and seem to be very well sited and constructed.

Subject: Morehead City docks at StM204
Cruising News: Just to remind y'all of the presence of the subject docks.  There are 8 slips, brand new, with water and electric, behind Sugarloaf Island at Morehead City, less than 1/2 mile off the ICW.  The transient price is $1.50/ft, and that includes electric, so very competitive for the area.  Coming from the north, turn towards the city immediately past the State Seaport and follow the channel around.  Marinas to starboard.  Coming from the south, follow the charted channel to the west behind Sugarloaf Island.  The channel carries 5 ft at -0.6 MLW, which is what we had when we arrived yesterday.  Marina to port.  The current can be swift, so docking will be easier within an hour or less of slack.  The shoreside setting is a park on a riverwalk.  Today, there is no shower house/restroom onsite, but plans are in place to add those amenities this summer, and they should be in place by the time of the fall migration south.
The location is 1 block from the library (free wifi).  It's two blocks off Arundel St (NC Rt. 70), the main drag in the downtown area.  There are several restaurants (Sanitary, Raps, others) within a couple of blocks walking distance.  ACE Marine and Rigging is located at 600 Arundel, about 3 blocks, and an easy walk.  Mel Smith, the manager at ACE Marine and Rigging, is a fine guy who offers the best prices on heavy line/rode, heavy electric wiring and maintenance supplies (oil, filters, oil absorbant pads, safety equipment) anywhere the waterway. There is major grocery shopping at Lowes food store at 17th, but that's a bicycle or taxi ride away.  There is a West Marine store, a significant bike ride or taxi ride away on Arundel (Rt. 70).
Morehad City is a good stop.  Enjoy!
Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary,
currently at Morehead City, NC