Nearby Outdoor Recreation
You won’t believe how many coastal outdoor recreation activities are near Carolina Beach, NC. Golf? It’s here on a variety of coastal golf courses. Cycling? We have beautiful biking trails. Bird watching? Check. Hiking? Of course – and while you are hiking or cycling, keep a watch out for the carnivorous Venus Fly Trap which is native to our area. Camping? It’s great – there are several family campgrounds from which to choose. See all the great options listed below.
Biking / Hiking
NC Aquarium Bicycle & Pedestrian Path
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has opened the Bicycle and Pedestrian Path which is 1100 feet long with a bridge and a deck overlooking a small pond. It has become part of the NC Birding Trail.
910/458-8257
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Bird Watching
NC Aquarium Bicycle & Pedestrian Path
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has opened the Bicycle and Pedestrian Path which is 1100 feet long with a bridge and a deck overlooking a small pond. It has become part of the NC Birding Trail.
910/458-8257
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Pleasure Island Safari
637 Ft. Fisher Blvd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Come learn about, or just explore, the natural wonders of Pleasure Island. Explore the entire island's rich and diverse coastal habitats, from unspoiled salt marshes, dune covered beaches, to maritime forests. Learn what makes Pleasure Island's estuaries, forests and shoreline so vital, yet so vulnerable.
910/538-7474
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Camping
Carolina Beach Family Campground
9641 River Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
Restful, wooded full-service family campground with pool and playground. LP Gas and camping supplies available.
910/392-3322
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Charters
Fired Up Fishing Charter
754 Sailor Court
Kure Beach, NC 28449
910/262-5867
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Cruises/Tours
Pleasure Island Safari
637 Ft. Fisher Blvd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Come learn about, or just explore, the natural wonders of Pleasure Island. Explore the entire island's rich and diverse coastal habitats, from unspoiled salt marshes, dune covered beaches, to maritime forests. Learn what makes Pleasure Island's estuaries, forests and shoreline so vital, yet so vulnerable.
910/538-7474
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Pier Fishing
Kure Beach Pier
K Avenue
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Kure Beach Pier is the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast. When you come to visit Kure Beach Pier, you can be assured that every one here is trying to make your visit a safe, enjoyable and affordable visit.
910/458-5524
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Piers
Kure Beach Pier
K Avenue
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Kure Beach Pier is the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast. When you come to visit Kure Beach Pier, you can be assured that every one here is trying to make your visit a safe, enjoyable and affordable visit.
910/458-5524
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Nature Trails
Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve
Wilmington, NC 284033297
910/962-4177
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Halyburton Memorial Park
4099 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
Halyburton Memorial Park contains a 58-acre nature preserve, a 1.5 mile walking and biking trail, picnic shelters and playground equipment, and a unique environmental education and events center.
910/343-4750
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Hanover Stables
5901 Bizzel Avenue
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
910/675-8923
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Hugh MacRae Nature Trail
Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
910/341-7181
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New Hanover County Arboretum
6206 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
The Arboretum encompasses seven acres of gardens and plantings dedicated to demonstrating the best plant species for southeastern North Carolina.
910/798-7660
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