Explore NC's Brunswick Islands
Your Family Beach Vacation Starts Here
NC's Brunswick Islands is one special place, but it's also ten different communities – each with its own unique character. As you explore our six beautiful beaches and charming coastal towns along the southernmost coast of North Carolina, you'll see why this is the place where family traditions take root and memories are made.
The Beaches You Bond With
With six beaches stretched across five barrier islands, you'll find a range of tastes, activities, and interests as varied as the members of your family. From a resort-style stay to a forget-the-make-up break to a full-on family adventure, there's something for everyone – all accented by sea breezes, sunny days and rolling surf. Be up with the sun, and take a midday break at any of our charming coastal towns from Leland to Calabash. Finish the day with a world-famous seafood platter and a special memento from one of our unique shops.
Whatever island or town you choose to visit, we have accommodations to suit your personal style and budget. And, you'll be just minutes away from everything that makes a beach vacation special.
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Sunset Beach
A haven for wildlife and nature and home to a hidden gem in the Kindred Spirit Mailbox, the magic of Sunset Beach is…
Ocean Isle Beach
Whether you're visiting for the 12th year in a row or you're planning your first vacation to this stretch of…
Holden Beach
Holden Beach, with its small-town charm and its endless family fun, has been named one of the country's best family…
Caswell Beach
If it's quiet seclusion and seemingly endless sand you're seeking, look no further than Caswell Beach. The least…
Oak Island
Oak Island provides the perfect setting for families to build cherished memories. More than 10 miles of uncrowded…
Bald Head Island
Leave your worries – and your cars! – behind when you visit Bald Head Island. Arrive by ferry and soak up…
Leland
Time spent in Leland is time spent being one with nature. Here, outdoor enthusiasts will find some of our best kept…
Shallotte
Whether you're taking a beach break to re-stock provisions or you're visiting for your annual golf retreat…
Southport
The maritime charm of Southport has given it the distinction of America's Happiest Seaside Town. From movie sets to…
Calabash
Every beach vacation should include a plate of golden-delicious Calabash seafood, so a visit to The Seafood Capital of…
The Mainland
The beach might be the Brunswick Islands’ main attraction, but to really enjoy the area, a visit to the mainland…
Golf
Planning a golf getaway? With 567 holes of golfing treasure, NC’s Brunswick Islands…
Restaurants
Whether it's a savory blend of seafood, family favorites, home-style dishes or tastes…
Attractions & Activities
Climb to the top of a lighthouse. Kayak through salt marshes, waterways, creeks and…
Events
A Brunswick Islands vacation experience goes beyond the beach. It also includes a variety…