Looking for the perfect destination for your spring break 2024? Carolina Beach in North Carolina boast pristine beaches, nature preserves, parks, family-friendly attractions, and historic sites along the Atlantic Ocean. Summers here are popular, but spring offers pleasant temperatures, uncrowded beaches, and abundant opportunities for recreation.
Spring is just around the corner, so don’t wait any longer to secure your stay.
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5 Fun Things to do in Carolina Beach in Spring
HIKE THE TRAILS
Carolina Beach State Park has plenty of trails for hikers of all skill levels. There are several trails throughout the park that can be explored separately, or all at once to view the entire park. Sugarloaf Trail is a popular easy trail that is 3 miles long through a swamp, forest, and coastal habitats. Hikers should also make a point to visit Fort Fisher State Recreation Area with wildlife viewing, photography, fishing, birdwatching and much more.
GO FISHING
Fishing is a huge draw to Carolina Beach. The town has countless charters and fishing spots, making it easy to reel in a big one. Whether you’re fishing off the pier or from a boat, you’re sure to have a great time. There’s nothing quite like reeling in that big fish. If you prefer to stay onshore, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Kure Beach Fishing Pier are must-visits.
ENJOY THE BEACHES
The beaches of Pleasure Island are the main attraction for most visitors! Carolina Beach offer plenty of wide beach space and opportunity for recreation along the Atlantic Ocean. You can enjoy all sorts of water-based activities like kayaking, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, and more. You can also stay on dry land, enjoy walking along the shore, sunbathing or searching for shells.
OCEAN FUN
Surfing and stand-up paddle boarding are great activities that also let you get out on the water. The Carolina Beach Atlantic ocean offers an ideal locations to explore your water sport options. You can also find guided tours or surf lessons for expert advice.
WILMINGTON
Just a short drive to downtown Wilmington, visit the Historic District downtown, the Riverwalk is lined with restaurants, galleries and shops. Visit the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science. Tour the famous battleship USS North Carolina, which is now a museum docked across the river from downtown Wilmington. The 67-acre Airlie Gardens offers beautiful nature trails where you can view blooming flowers, majestic oaks, pristine lakes, and local wildlife.
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