Nearby Things to Do & See
Some people come to the beach to just enjoy the beach. Others want more to do. Carolina Beach has it all for you. Our beaches are beautiful and clean, the fishing is great, NC surfing is some of the best on the East Coast, camping is popular and there are plenty of campsites available. Kayaking around our marshes and tidal flats is a great way to explore the natural attractions. Birding is popular, as is spotting aquatic mammals and endangered Loggerhead sea turtles. History buffs must visit the Civil War historical sites at Fort Fisher.
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Boardwalk / Pier
Kure Beach Fishing 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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Estuarine Reserves
Zeke's Island
Hwy 421 South
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Three islands comprise this component of the NC National Estuarine Research Reserve with extensive marshes and tidal flats. Inhabitants include shorebirds, mammals, and endangered loggerhead sea turtles.
910/256-3721
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Family Activities
Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. S.
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The tour trail is approximately one-quarter-mile long and encircles the remains of the fort on the river side of the highway. Exhibit panels containing photos and text are located at many locations along the tour trail. A restored gun emplacement is located on top on one of the batteries. The visitor center and rest rooms are fully accessible.
910/458-5538
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Kure Beach Fishing 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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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, near Wilmington, is one of three state-owned aquariums. Renovated in 2002, the facility continues to add new exhibits, programs and activities. The "Exotic Aquatics" gallery features lionfish, spiny lobsters, dart frogs, Hawaiian fishes, and a living Pacific coral reef. Other exhibits showcase the State's diverse aquatic environments. More than 2,500 animals are on display, including alligators, venomous snakes, sharks, stingrays, moray eels, seahorses, sea turtles and colorful reef creatures. Daily live animal presentations, feedings, and dialogues with divers in a large ocean tank. Touch pools, films, gift shop, gardens, food and refreshments. Crafts, canoe trips, camps and more. Beachfront on US Hwy 421, between Kure Beach and the state ferry terminal. Open 9am-5pm, 362 days.
910/458-8257
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Historical & Cultural
Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area
118 Riverfront Rd.
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Our purpose here is two-fold. First, we are a Recreation Area, designed to provide a pleasant, relaxing get away for authorized Department of Defense personnel. Additionally, during non-summer months, we support official training in a partnership with the on-site North Carolina National Guard Training Center.
910/458-6723
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Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. S.
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The tour trail is approximately one-quarter-mile long and encircles the remains of the fort on the river side of the highway. Exhibit panels containing photos and text are located at many locations along the tour trail. A restored gun emplacement is located on top on one of the batteries. The visitor center and rest rooms are fully accessible.
910/458-5538
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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, near Wilmington, is one of three state-owned aquariums. Renovated in 2002, the facility continues to add new exhibits, programs and activities. The "Exotic Aquatics" gallery features lionfish, spiny lobsters, dart frogs, Hawaiian fishes, and a living Pacific coral reef. Other exhibits showcase the State's diverse aquatic environments. More than 2,500 animals are on display, including alligators, venomous snakes, sharks, stingrays, moray eels, seahorses, sea turtles and colorful reef creatures. Daily live animal presentations, feedings, and dialogues with divers in a large ocean tank. Touch pools, films, gift shop, gardens, food and refreshments. Crafts, canoe trips, camps and more. Beachfront on US Hwy 421, between Kure Beach and the state ferry terminal. Open 9am-5pm, 362 days.
910/458-8257
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NC Military History Museum
118 Riverfront Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Indoor/outdoor exhibits feature artifacts and military vehicles representing all branches of service and previous wars. Archives and gift shop. Hours: Fri.-Sun. 12pm-4pm. Closed for holidays. Located near Fort Fisher at the National Guard Training Center, Kure Beach. Free, donations welcome.
910/251-7325
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NC Underwater Archaeology Center
1608 Ft. Fisher Blvd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The Underwater Archaeology Branch of the NC Division of Historical Resources operates this small museum with exhibits on dive sites and maritime history dating from prehistoric to the Civil War and the present.
910/458-9042
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Lakes / Parks
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
1000 Loggerhead Rd.
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Explore Fort Fisher State Recreation Area by foot. A short trail meanders through the marsh, allowing hikers a chance to view sound-side flora and fauna.
910/458-5798
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Town of Kure Beach Parks & Recreation
117 Settlers Lane
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Kure Beach
910-458-8216
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Recreation Areas
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
1000 Loggerhead Rd.
Kure Beach, NC 28449
Explore Fort Fisher State Recreation Area by foot. A short trail meanders through the marsh, allowing hikers a chance to view sound-side flora and fauna.
910/458-5798
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Tours
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, near Wilmington, is one of three state-owned aquariums. Renovated in 2002, the facility continues to add new exhibits, programs and activities. The "Exotic Aquatics" gallery features lionfish, spiny lobsters, dart frogs, Hawaiian fishes, and a living Pacific coral reef. Other exhibits showcase the State's diverse aquatic environments. More than 2,500 animals are on display, including alligators, venomous snakes, sharks, stingrays, moray eels, seahorses, sea turtles and colorful reef creatures. Daily live animal presentations, feedings, and dialogues with divers in a large ocean tank. Touch pools, films, gift shop, gardens, food and refreshments. Crafts, canoe trips, camps and more. Beachfront on US Hwy 421, between Kure Beach and the state ferry terminal. Open 9am-5pm, 362 days.
910/458-8257
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