Visit Fort Macon State Park and see a part of history. The Civil War fort serves as a museum that honors the brave men who fought for their rights. Fort Macon provides public access to the beaches of the Crystal Coast, as the park is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Beaufort Inlet, and Bogue Sound. The area is also undisturbed with natural salt marshes and estuaries vital to the coastal ecosystem.

Karlshamn's beautiful archipelago extends from the western municipal border to Sweden’s southeastern corner. This group of islands is called Hällaryd’s archipelago and consists of 270 scenic islands of different sizes with stone or rocky beaches and meadows. Joggesö, Ekö, Hallö, Östra Bokö and Fölsö are the names of some of the islands. The largest in the archipelago is Tärnö. The archipelago boats visit most islands, starting at the archipelago terminal in the city centre across from First Hotel. Boats also depart from Matvik and Järnavik.

Not far from the coast lies the Hugh Taylor Birch State Park with its colorful flora and fauna. Tortoises, squirrels, and various birds can be found among its wildlife. As a visitor, you can explore the park by canoeing in the lagoon, cycling on paved roads, picnicking, or simply hiking among its trees and bushes.

Daily tours on swamp buggies take visitors through wetlands, hardwood hammocks, and wildlife areas all on the Seminole Indians’ 2,200-acre Big Cypress Reservation. The kids will love the alligator farm and, if you're feeling very adventurous, you can stay the night in a native Tiki hut.