Beaches and Beach Towns

The beaches in NC offer a different kind of vibe, and if you’ve ever been to the beaches and beach towns of Brunswick County, you know that each has its own charm and character. Between our nearby barrier islands and coastal villages, there is no shortage of areas to explore while you’re visiting Holden Beach! From experiencing a southern sunset on Sunset Beach to wandering around carless Bald Head Island, get to know our local North Carolina beach communities and shorelines.

Sunset Beach

A Small Beach Town That’s Big on Relaxation  Sunset Beach sits near the North Carolina state line and is one […]

Southport

Stop (and Shop) Downtown  Southport, renamed in 1887 but established in the 1700s as Smithville, is a half-hour drive from

Ocean Isle Beach

A Southern Resort-Like Setting  The seven-mile-long stretch of Ocean Isle Beach is located on the southern coastline of North Carolina.

Oak Island

Exploring and Protecting Nature  Just across the water from Bald Head Island and Southport is Oak Island, a narrow strip

Holden Beach

Island Fun Off the Beaten Path: About Holden Beach  Holden Beach is a sub-tropical, barrier island located on the coast

Caswell Beach

The Best Little Beach Town in America  Caswell Beach, named after historic Fort Caswell located at the eastern end of Oak Island,

Bald Head Island

A Walker’s Island Paradise  Four miles off the coast of Southport and the mainland, at the mouth of the Cape