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Located in Eastern North Carolina, the city of Jacksonville is part of Onslow County, home of the Camp LeJeune marine base. Guests can visit Downtown Jacksonville for a relaxed shopping and dining experience or visit one of the five parks located next to the New River for walking, running and other recreational activities.

Key facts

Jacksonville is served by Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is 10 miles northwest of the city. Jacksonville Transit allows travelers to get to their destinations via bus routes that make frequent stops throughout the city.

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Jacksonville, North Carolina, is nestled in the southern part of the United States and experiences a mild seasons year-round. Average temperatures range from 50 degrees to 74 degrees throughout the year.

Named in honor of President Andrew Jackson, the city of Jacksonville was not established until 1842 even though the County of Onslow, in which it is located, was founded in 1731.

Annual events occur throughout the year in Jacksonville's parks. In May, the Jacksonville Jamboree features statewide sports competitions and an array of music, food, vendors and activities for children and families. The Riverwalk Palooza is a two-day event in early September that includes water sports, music, food and crafts. Each October, the Onslow Oktoberfest can be found at the Riverwalk Crossing Park and features a 5K, arts and crafts, entertainment for all ages and traditional Oktoberfest food and beer.