Situated on our southernmost shoreline, you’ll find North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. Many families return to these barrier-island beaches year after year to enjoy the region’s laid-back vibe and signature seafood. Up for exploring? Try a lighthouse climb, sea turtle walk or round of golf.

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  • 6 Beaches on 5 Barrier Islands
  • “North Carolina’s Golf Coast”
  • Safe Haven Movie Locations
  • “Old Baldy” and Oak Island Lighthouses
  • Home of Calabash-Style Seafood
  • Bald Head Island Conservancy

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Winter 61°
Spring 75°
Summer 90°
Fall 78°

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U.S. Route 17
U.S. Route 421
Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)

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6 Reasons to Plan a Fall Trip to the Coast

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Have you seen us at the creek? Our conservation team collected samples from Bald Head Creek this week to examine how environmental factors affect changes in water quality over a 24-hour period. Sunlight and tidal stages are two factors that can have an impact on water temperature, pH, and the amount of oxygen in the water. ☀️ #environmentalscience #baldheadisland #creek #discovernc #nccoast #sharingnature #ncbrunswickislands #oldbaldy

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Escape to North Carolina’s Family-Friendly Southern Beaches

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Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club

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Sunset Beach
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9 Things You Can Only Do in the Brunswick Islands

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4/26/2025

A Taste of Calabash

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Been too busy with work lately to get anything new so I thought I'd try again at a couple from this summer I liked. #caswellbeach #brunswickislands #brunswickislandssun

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Where the Road Ends, Adventure Begins: Feel Renewed by These Places to Travel by Ferry

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Sunset over the ICW at Holden Beach🌅 . . . . . . . #shelljunkyaaren #holdenbeach #holdenbeachnc #ncbrunswickislands #brunswickcountync #brunswickcountybeaches #icw #wway #wect #wectsunset #intercoastalwaterway #coastalliving #carolinaliving #visitnc #sunset #sunsetphotography #lumixg85 #lumixusa #boating #boatlife #coastalcarolina #lovewhereyoulive #shallotte #shallottenc #bestofthetarheelstate #northcarolina #nc #sun #landscapephotography #nautical_images

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new bike who dis 🚴🏼‍♀️ #thatswhatseashed

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Bald Head Island: Dog-Friendly and Car-Free

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Another gorgeous day at Bald Head Island 🌞 #islandlife #baldheadisland #bikes #oldbadlylighthouse #visitnc #brunswickislands #nchome #greatpeople #family #discover_carolinas #WECT #nikond7200 #nikon #tamron #withmytamron

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9 Must-Do Outdoor Adventures on the Coast

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Ev-Henwood Nature Preserve

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7 Bucket-List Phenomena

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Inlet View Bar & Grill

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8 Beach & Oceanfront Wedding Venues

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Firsts That Last

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North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands in Fall: A Perfect Time to Visit

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Get to Know These Fan-Favorite Brunswick Islands Landmarks

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Relax at These Tranquil Spots on the Coast

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Feast at Fall Oyster and Seafood Festivals

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