I'll add a few of our favorite spots in the area. Our bars and shoals move a good bit and the chartplotter content isn't very precise, so I guess a little local knowledge is in order.
Claibourne Young's "Cruising Guide to Coastal North Carolina" is out of date on facilities and some of the sailing details, but I still use it to get basic knowledge.
I try to update Active Captain as well.
Jim
Cat Tails
IP38-153
Oriental