NC's Brunswick Islands:

one destination, multiple locations.

Welcome to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. For generations, beachgoers have been visiting this storied stretch of shoreline, creating lifelong memories filled with sun, sand, and seafood. Visitors come for the inviting charm of our barrier islands and coastal towns, expansive and pristine beaches, temperate seasons, authentic coastal cuisine and unique attractions – everything you need for a beach vacation you'll treasure for years to come.

Holden Beach

Oak Island

Caswell Beach

Old Baldy Lighthouse Oldest Lighthouse in North Carolina

Bald Head Island

Leland

Shallotte

Southport

Calabash

The Mainland

Sunset Beach

Ocean Isle Beach

Islands & Towns

Travel & Maps

Things to do inland and on the islands

There is never a shortage of fun and memorable things to see and do when you visit the beaches and maritime towns of the Brunswick Islands. No matter what you choose to do – by water, land or sky – these exciting attractions will have you and your family enjoying every minute of your stay. Plan your trip

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There is plenty to do...these islands never disappoint!

– Mary, 4 visits

Beaches

Children at the touch tank at the Museum of Coastal Carolina on Ocean Isle Beach

Things To Do With Kids

Restaurants

Brunswick County beach vacation rental homes at dusk

Places To Stay

Golf

All Things To Do

What's happening

Featured Events

Feb 22

Mardi Gras by the Sea Parade and Festival

Feb 22, 2025

Middleton Park

The Mardi Gras by the Sea Parade and Festival returns on Saturday, February 22,...

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Mar 8

North Carolina Rice Festival

Mar 08, 2025

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson Site

Learn about and celebrate the region's rich and diverse cultural history of rice...

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Mar 22

Oak Island Spring Fling Market & Music

Mar 22, 2025

Middleton Park

Spring into the season with the Oak Island Spring Fling on Saturday, March 22,...

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Apr 19

Southport Spring Festival

Apr 19, 2025

Downtown Southport

Come out and welcome spring in style at the Southport Springfest, a tradition...

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Jul 1

Oak Island Beach Day

Jul 01, 2025

Middleton Park Complex

NC 4th of July festivities kick-off with the traditional Oak Island Beach Day on...

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Event Calendar

Beach Blog

Only in NC’s Brunswick Islands Experiences

North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands offers a vacation unlike any other. Its wide-open beaches and charming coastal towns welcome visitors to engage in a range of new experiences, from climbing atop a historic...

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sun peeking through a pier over the ocean

Beach Blog

New Year’s Resolutions, Brunswick Islands Style!

Welcome the New Year by trading in post-holiday blues for ocean views in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. Those looking to get away while staying on track with their resolutions for 2025 can do so with ease in the Brunswick Islands. With...

You're invited!

Six beaches on five islands

Lighthouses to climb

Enjoy some family time

Waterfront Dining

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Tradition and enjoyment from kid to adult!

NC's Brunswick Islands:

one destination, multiple locations.

Holden Beach

Oak Island

Caswell Beach

Bald Head Island

Leland

Shallotte

Southport

Calabash

The Mainland

Sunset Beach

Ocean Isle Beach

Travel & Maps

Things to do inland and on the islands

“

There is plenty to do...these islands never disappoint!

Beaches

Things To Do With Kids

Restaurants

Places To Stay

Golf

What's happening

Featured Events

Feb 22

Mar 8

Mar 22

Apr 19

Jul 1

Beach Blog

Beach Blog

#NCBRUNSWICKISLANDS

See what brings people back year after year.

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Peaceful and relaxing. When I'm here, it feels like I'm home.