Bordered on three sides by the Croatan National Forest, Havelock, N.C., is home to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the largest Marine Corps Air station in the world.
Havelock residents cherish and appreciate the presence of the U.S. military in the town. Every other year, Havelock hosts the free Cherry Point Air Show, featuring aerial displays of military and civilian aircraft, static displays of military high-tech equipment and spectacular fireworks. More than 100,000 people participate in the giant open house and celebration.
Havelock caters to visitors with familiar chain motels and family-oriented restaurants. It serves its transient military population with "self" storage, household furnishing stores and real estate services. Golf and boating are popular in the Havelock area. As family members are often visiting with military personnel, activities at the base are opened to them, including marina facilities, clubs, recreation opportunities and boat rentals.
Havelock is situated between Morehead City and New Bern, making the inland rivers and the Atlantic Ocean beaches equally accessible. Visits and tours of duty very often lead to a return for retirement.
