Join a Park Ranger at the Flytrap Trail for a hike along the trails. We will discuss the different types of carnivorous plants we have including the Venus Flytrap. Also, learn about different habitats that exist within Carolina Beach State Park and how each habitat affects the plants and animals that call the park home. Meet at the Flytrap Trail Parking Lot at the end of Nature Trail Lane. This is an outside program. The trail is handicap accessible. Programs will be limited to 10 people or less. Masks must be worn by participants.
Masks required indoors
Posted on: Monday, August 23, 2021 - 4:34pm |
Events and Programs
Visitor center closures
Due to staffing shortage, the park visitor center is currently open on a limited basis and may be closed during regular business hours. We apologize for the inconvenience. When the visitor center is closed, please visit the marina store for park information, camping check-in, restrooms, refreshments and other inquiries.
Last updated on: Friday, August 20, 2021
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
Scheduled events
Carolina Beach State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Join a Park Ranger at the Flytrap Trail for a hike along the trails. We will discuss the different types of carnivorous plants we have including the Venus Flytrap. Also, learn about different habitats that exist within Carolina Beach State Park and how each habitat affects the plants and animals that call the park home. Meet at the Flytrap Trail Parking Lot at the end of Nature Trail Lane. This is an outside program. The trail is handicap accessible. Programs will be limited to 10 people or less. Masks must be worn by participants.
Date of Event:
Sat, 10/30/2021 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Venus Flytrap Trail
Join a Park Ranger at the Flytrap Trail for a hike along the trails. We will discuss the different types of carnivorous plants we have including the Venus Flytrap. Also, learn about different habitats that exist within Carolina Beach State Park and how each habitat affects the plants and animals that call the park home. Meet at the Flytrap Trail Parking Lot at the end of Nature Trail Lane. This is an outside program. The trail is handicap accessible. Programs will be limited to 10 people or less. Masks must be worn by participants.
Date of Event:
Sat, 11/06/2021 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Venus Flytrap Trail
Come join the Cape Fear Astronomy Society at Carolina Beach State Park Visitor Center on Saturday nights to learn about the night skies. The group will have telescopes set up for viewing planets, stars and lots of other things. Program will begin around sunset and conclude 15 minutes before the park closes. Check the weather before coming as the program will be canceled due poor viewing conditions. Call the park office for more information.
(910) 458-8206
Date of Event:
Sat, 11/13/2021 - 6:30pm to 7:45pm
Start Location:
Carolina Beach State Park Visitors Center Visitor's Center
Park Maps and Brochures:
