 Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach received its name from the beautiful sunrises and sunsets that can be seen from the island due to its unique southern exposure. Beyond the sunsets, this beach is also known for its powdery white sand and its swing bridge; the only one of our islands to still have one. Another unique feature of the island is Bird Island, an undeveloped and secluded island that can only be accessed by land by way of Sunset Beach. The inland side of Sunset features several golf courses, Ingram Planetarium and Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center.
Ocean Isle Beach
Ocean Isle Beach offers seven miles of family fun. Beyond the beach, there are many activities to enjoy including fishing charters, public tennis courts, kayaking on the Intracoastal Waterway and of course, golf. The Museum of Coastal Carolina also resides on the island and offers visitors information on the natural history of the region and historical artifacts. Ocean Isle is also the home for the North Carolina Oyster Festival. Holden Beach
Holden Beach boasts some of the most spectacular homes in our area and has officially received National Healthy Beach status through the National Healthy Beaches Campaign. Among its other recognitions, Holden was rated one of the best family beaches in the country by National Geographic Traveler magazine. In order to truly experience the culture of this beach, visit during one of its annual festivals, A Day at the Docks in April and Festival by the Sea in October. Calabash
The southernmost point in the Brunswick Islands, Calabash has earned the nickname "The Seafood Capital of the World." Over a dozen seafood restaurants, built along the docks of this quaint fishing village, feature local seafood delivered fresh off the fishing boats right to their back doors. The area's method of cooking has become known far and wide as "Calabash-style" You may spot a number of golfers at the neighboring tables, as Calabash has several courses that rank among the best in North Carolina. Shallotte
One of the first areas settled in the county, Shallotte has been the center of activity in the South Brunswick Islands for over a century. This small inland town is brimming with retail shops, restaurants, and accommodations. The river pilots of the 19th century determined that Shallotte's location, approximately halfway between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach, and central to all the islands, made it the ideal site to serve as the commercial hub of the South Brunswick Islands. Just minutes from beaches, golf courses, and other recreational activities, the same holds true today. |