- TripBuzz found 114 things to do with kids in or near Carolina Beach, North Carolina, including 100 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington, Southport and Oak Island.
- From Tony Silvagni Surf School to Carolina Beach Arcade, the Carolina Beach area offers 58 different types of family activities, including: Piers & Boardwalks, Surfing Lessons, Arcades and Mini Golf.
- Carolina Beach is situated on a peninsula bordered by the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. While the permanent population of this resort town is rather small, it attracts a multitude of visitors during the summer who want access to the sandy beaches that make up the Carolina Beach State Park. The limited size of the town makes parking troublesome though, meaning most people use bikes or walk.
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A miniature golf course featuring 18 holes, Oak Island Jungle Golf offers a jungle theme with water and fake animals including elephants and a giraffe. The facility provides arcade games along with an ice cream parlor.
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The beaches on Oak Island Beaches boast 65 public accesses along many miles of sandy beach. Fishing docks, piers and boating, along with local restaurants and shops, offer beachgoers multiple options.
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At Island Fishing Center, visitors can purchase fishing supplies and learn about promising fishing spots in the area from the owner. The store puts out a weekly fishing report that explains the best catches of the season.
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The Oak Island Recreation Center is a recreational and educational facility that consists of a fitness center, a skate park, and an ocean education center. The facility also has a dog park that is open 7 days a week.
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3003 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465
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The Environmental Overlook Trails on Oak Island, North Carolina are the ideal paths to take if you enjoy viewing wildlife. Paths span over sand dunes and give visitors a chance to see red foxes and loggerhead sea turtles upclose.
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A privately operated pier, Ocean Crest Pier is open from March through December, weather permitting. Daily and seasonal fishing passes are available, and a tackle shop offers rod rentals, tackle, bait, snacks, beverages and beer.
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Located on the Blue Water Point Marina, Fugitive Charter Boat is a business offering charter boat rentals to those who visit. During the trips, visitors are guided by experienced captains who teach about the local area while fishing.
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Taking visitors around the various islands of the region, Oak Island Fishing Charters offers nearshore, offshore, and backwater fishing trips. These locations provide opportunities for catching Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Red Drum.
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Visitors can explore a historic fort that spans over 2800 acres at Fort Caswell. The fort was originally constructed in 1825 to strengthen the areas defenses against notorious pirates like Blackbeard.
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Visitors can enjoy deep sea fishing charters and scenic boat tours aboard the King Coffin III and Playin Hooky with Oak Island Charters. The fishing trips are lead by Captain Bob Merritt, who has 45 years of experience.