Carolina Beach is located on the Atlantic Coast of Southeastern North Carolina, 15 miles from the historic city of Wilmington. Our beautiful town is uniquely situated between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. This proximity affords our residents and visitors with many opportunities to enjoy the scenic beauty that makes our town a unique place to live.

Hospitality has long been a trademark of Carolina Beach. It is a unique resort community and makes a pleasant vacation stop any time, year round. Located 30 miles from the gulf stream, the mild temperatures and warm waters offer endless hours of fun from mid-April through November; from relaxing and sunning on the white beaches, to fishing, boating, surfing or wave riding in the blue-green ocean.

Conditions on Carolina Beach are perfect to enjoy water sports, surf fishing, pier fishing, deep-sea fishing, skiing, knee boarding, body surfing – the possibilities are unlimited! Residents pride themselves in keeping the beaches clean and safe with yearly cleanups and efficient public services. USLA certified Lifeguards are on duty from Memorial Day through Labor Day. When the sun goes down, the fun begins! Carolina Beach is home to a Boardwalk fully equipped with arcades, food establishments, and a gazebo where there is live music on the weekends. Its active charter boat basin at the Municipal Marina offers nightly moonlight cruises with dancing and offshore fishing excursions.

Carolina Beach has a lively central business district with a wholesome family environment and a wide variety of shopping facilities, from small specialty shops to shopping centers. Fresh, locally caught seafood is plentiful at many of the fine restaurants, as well as Italian, and Mexican, convenience food, home cookin’, steaks or barbeque.

Your choice of accommodations include charming motels and inns, family cottages and luxurious condominium rentals. Churches of most denominations are located right on the Island. Family fun consists of water slides, mini golf, daring rides, go-carts, arcades, Nascar cars, and bumper cars at the Amusement Parks. The community parks include swings, ball fields, tennis courts and basketball courts. The state park offers nature trails, a marina and camping. 3 beautifully designed and maintained Golf Courses are located within 10 miles.