We all have our favorite beaches along the North Carolina coast. And since each one is entirely different from the next, we schedule our visits based upon what we’d like to do while on vacation. But the Tar Heel State has some wonderful underrated beaches, too. Beaches that are worthy of a look and a visit. Beaches that make any vacation a dream. Check out seven of them below:
A crown jewel of the Crystal Coast, the Cape Lookout National Seashore is a laid back paradise for those seeking to escape the real world for a slower tempo with few distractions. The seashore boasts 56 miles on the lower Outer Banks.
This family-oriented beach slows down the pace for locals and visitors alike. Plus, the wild horses bring a charming vibe you won't find anywhere else on the North Carolina coast.
With a year-round population of under 750, this tiny North Carolina town's population swells to the thousands each summer as families from all over migrate to the coastal town for some R&R.
Take a stroll on the vintage Carolina Beach Boardwalk and visit Carolina Beach State Park. And of course, the beach here is only a stone's throw from the gulf stream so water temps remain warm well into the late fall season.
The Southernmost beach in the state is also one of the quietest. The beach here is three miles long, and on it, visitors will find the Kindred Spirit mailbox, which routinely sees anonymous letters to loved ones deposited, even though the U.S. Post Office does not service the beach post.
Planning a vacation soon? What are your favorite beaches in North Carolina? Tell us in the comments!
