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Kure Beach Information

Kure Beach, North Carolina is a beautiful beach town in North Carolina located on the Atlantic Ocean. It is located south of Wilmington, North Carolina and north of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Kure Beach is home to the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast and is known for its stunning beaches and peaceful, small town vibes.

Kure Beach has plenty of attractions for visitors. You can relax on Kure Beach and soak up the sun and enjoy swimming, surfing or snorkeling in the Atlantic. Be sure to check out the 712-foot Kure Beach Pier, which is the oldest on the Atlantic Coast, and try fishing (or just watch people fish) off the pier. Kure Beach’s most popular attraction is the North Carolina Aquarium and Fort Fisher, which is a great place to go with your family. There are all kinds of fascinating sea creatures to marvel at, like baby sea turtles, an albino alligator and many different fish species. There’s an Adventure Reef section of the aquarium where you can talk with a diver that swims the depths with eels and sharks. The aquarium even has dinosaur exhibits, which is a lot of fun for younger kids. There’s also the Fort Fisher State Historic Site where you can learn all about the area’s relevance during the Civil War.

There are plenty of spectacular day trips you can take when vacationing in Kure Beach as well. The best choice is to head to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, which is about 1.5 hours from Oak Island. Once there, you can enjoy a fun-filled day in one of the most popular tourist destinations on the East Coast. Explore the pristine beaches and check out the many live entertainment options and attractions on and near the beach. Myrtle Beach is also a great area for golfing if you’re looking to get out on the links while on vacation. Wilmington, North Carolina, is about a 30-minute drive north from Kure Beach and is another beautiful city to visit. The historic river district and Riverwalk winding around the Cape Fear River is beautiful, and you’ll find plenty of great dining and shopping options in the area. If you enjoy golfing, there are over 60 golf courses in the region, most in Wilmington, which is just a short drive from Kure Beach. The best courses to check out include Masonboro Golf Club, Beau Rivage and Echo Farms Golf and Country Club.

There are many beautiful beach homes in Kure Beach that are rented out for short-term vacations. Rentals are your best option for accommodations because you can stay right on the beach and live like a local during your stay. Look for rentals anywhere along Fort Fisher Boulevard so you can be right on the beach and within close distance to restaurants.

You’re most likely driving your own car, or renting one, when vacationing in Kure Beach. You can get around the town and to the surrounding areas easily if you drive, and this gives you the easiest access to fun day trips. If you’d rather not drive, though, there are also taxi services in the Kure Beach area with Carolina Yellow Cab and Pleasure Island Shuttle.