Welcome to Martin County
The Historic Crossroads of the Roanoke River
Located in the middle of nowhere but center of everything, Martin County lies 80 miles from the Outer Banks, 90 miles to Raleigh, and 60 miles to the Virginia boarder. East Carolina University in Greenville and the Pamlico River in Little Washington are both less than a 30min drive away.
Country roads and open land makes Martin County a great place to explore and relax! Whether kayaking and camping on the Roanoke River in Hamilton, dancing to some music in Downtown Williamston, cheering on a race at the Speedway in Everetts or Robersonville, or watching horses gallop through the pastures in Farm Life, Martin County has a place for you to enjoy and escape.
So much to do, right here in Martin County.
Whether you’re looking for an outdoors adventure on the mighty Roanoke, tours of our rich historical properties, fantastic southern eats, or equine care and events Martin County steps up to the plate to meet those needs.
Plan Your Martin County Getaway
Explore the 2026 Visit North Carolina Travel Guide and discover why Martin County is a must-visit destination in eastern North Carolina. Find trip ideas, local attractions, places to stay, dining, and more.
Your Next Adventure Starts Here
Discover the people, places, and experiences that make Martin County unforgettable. Watch the Martin Minute Series showcasing local businesses, outdoor adventures, history, and everything in between.
Where is Martin County?
Driving Distances
Greenville, NC – 30 minutes
Raleigh/RTP, NC – 1 hour 45 minutes
Nags Head, NC – 1 hour 30 minutes
Wilmington, NC – 3 hours
Atlantic Beach, NC – 1 hour 30 minutes
Norfolk, VA – 1 hour 30 minutes
Washington, D.C. – 4 hours 15 minutes
Plan your visit today…
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POST-FILING ANNOUNCEMENT
On October 23, 2026, the Martin County Tourism Development Authority, licensee of
WTDA-LP, 96.5 FM, Williamston, North Carolina, filed an application with the Federal
Communications Commission for consent to assign the station to Little Thankful Praise and
Presence Ministry. Members of the public wishing to view this application or obtain information
about how to file comments and petitions can visit www.fcc.gov/stationsearch and search in the
list of filed applications for this station.
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