The shoreline at Carolina Beach State Park

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

Carolina Beach State Park

With a marina providing access to some of North Carolina's best fishing spots, a secluded camping area beneath towering trees, and miles of hiking trails that traverse a variety of distinct habitats—not to mention the presence of the Venus flytrap, one of the world's most unique carnivorous plants—it's no wonder Carolina Beach State Park is a popular coastal attraction. Located in an area steeped in both history and natural diversity, the park includes a visitor's center with exhibits depicting the wonders of its environment.