COVID-19 information for parks (Updated 3/26/2021)
Posted on: Friday, March 26, 2021 - 1:54pm |
Activities
Trails, restrooms, the boat ramp, picnic area, and all marina facilities are open.
The visitor center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A properly worn mask or face covering, covering both the nose and the mouth, is required to enter.
Campsites are open for reservation, including group campsites. As previously noted, one loop of the campground is closed for construction, while the other remains open. Please be prepared for construction noises and traffic changes. Camper cabins are open and available for reservation. Cabins may be closed and unavailable during the week for cleaning.
Please note that this alert is updated only when something changes. Generally, state parks are following the phased reopening statewide. As of October 3, we are following modified Phase 3.
Last updated on: Monday, October 5, 2020
Contact the park
910-458-8206
carolina.beach@ncparks.gov
Marina
910-458-7770
Addresses
Visitor center
1010 State Park Road
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
GPS: 34.0472, -77.9066
Mailing address
P.O. Box 475
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Hours
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- December to January:
7:00am to 6:00pm
- February:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- May to September:
7:00am to 10:00pm
- October:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- November:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Open daily:
8:00am to 5:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- December to January:
8:00am to 5:30pm
- February:
8:00am to 6:30pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 8:30pm
- May to September:
8:00am to 9:30pm
- October:
8:00am to 8:30pm
- November:
8:00am to 6:30pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- November to February:
8:00am to 5:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 7:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 7:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Things to do
Hiking
The park is a great place for a hike! See the Trails page for more information.
Boating
Carolina Beach State Park offers access to a variety of waters. The fresh waters of the Cape Fear River, the estuarine waters of Myrtle Grove Sound and the salt waters of the Atlantic Ocean are all only moments away.
A 54-slip marina with two public boat ramps is located at the junction of Snow's Cut and the Cape Fear River. Fuel and snacks, along with fishing and camping supplies, are available at the marina store. Restrooms and a laundry room are also available. Showers are provided for boat slip renters. Please contact marina staff for current fee schedule for boat slips and daily ramp fees.
Tidal waters may be rough at times; exercise cautious seamanship. You can check the tidal currents at Orton Point from the NOAA website, and the North Carolina drawbridge schedule from the DOT website.
Paddle NC is a seasonal concessionaire at the park who offers kayak and stand-up paddle board tours and rentals. Please view their website at paddlenc.com or contact them by phone at 910-612-3297 for additional information.
Swimming
Swimming is prohibited throughout the park due to dangerous currents and sharp drop-offs near the shores.
Fishing
Fish from the river bank or the wheelchair-accessible fishing deck, or launch your boat at the marina. Flounder, spot, sheepshead and speckled trout are waiting. An N.C. Coastal Recreational Fishing License is required to fish in the park.
Picnicking
The Carolina Beach State Park picnic area is located near the bank of Snow's Cut, between the campground and marina. Under the shade of large oak trees, tables and grills supply all the necessities for dining. A wheelchair-accessible site is also available. Water, restrooms and parking are conveniently located nearby.
Area Attractions
Learn more about area attractions at the Wilmington and Beaches Convention Visitors Bureau.
Park Maps and Brochures:
