InsiderInfo.Us - Emerald Isle - Emerald Isle, North Carolina On the west end of Bogue Banks, Emerald Isle, NC, is a thriving beach vacation spot that offers fun for the entire family. Ocean swimming, surfing and boogie boarding are popular activities. As well, the town has a municipal complex and community center with fitness and sports facilities. in Public bookmarkswith areacarolinaemeraldguideinsiderislenorthtravel Note: A area guide to the Emerald Isle NC area. Created by local authors.