Ocean Isle Area Activities

Ocean Isle Beach is perfectly suited for families and children with a miniature golf course, fishing pier, and convenient shops. However, we offer a relaxed atmosphere without noise, traffic and crowds.

TURTLE WATCHING top

Up and down the Brunswick County coast from Sunset Beach to Caswell Beach there is a nonprofit program called "Turtle Watch." Volunteers help monitor turtle nestings along the beaches from May to October. It is a truly fantastic experience for young and old. Appreciate and protect these small creatures by adhering to the following guidelines:

• Always watch from a distance.
• Never shine headlights or flashlights around nesting areas.
• Do not remove any eggs from the nest.
• Watch for flags and avoid walking in these areas.
• Please enjoy and respect these tiny hatchlings.

DAY TRIPPING top

Day tripping can be FUN tripping in Brunswick and the surrounding counties. There is much to offer in this beautiful area. There are historical sites, museums, the battleship North Carolina, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, antique shops, amusement parks, go-cart tracks, Solfmusic theaters, deep sea fishing, health spas, restaurants galore, and endless places where you can SHOP TIL YOU DROP. Calabash world famous "SEA FOOD CAPITAL OF THE WORLD" boast over a dozen restaurants in this scenic coastal village 6 miles from Ocean Isle Beach.

ART & ANTIQUE GALLERIES top

Visit our local art galleries and antique shops to better understand and appreciate the flavor of Ocean Isle Beach. Located on highway 17, north of Shallotte, is the Doe Creek Art Gallery well known for its fine, original art. Drive 30 minutes and you will find the quaint Victorian port town of Southport. There you can explore a variety of art galleries and antique shops A true North Carolina experience.

FREE TO YOU top

Coming to Ocean Isle Beach need not be constant outlay of money. There are a variety of free activities for young and old alike. Walk our wide, sandy beaches, build sand castles, collect beautiful shells, window shop at our local boutiques. Gentlemen can surf fish or just stretch back and enjoy our lovely beach scenery. Come enjoy our "SOUTHERN hospitality."

THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS top

There are many other activities to indulge in besides our fantastic beaches. Some are: a miniature golf course, the Museum of Coastal Carolina, go-cart racing and endless fishing and shell collecting. All of these activities will make treasured childhood memories. A short drive south will take you to Myrtle Beach where everyone can have fun at the Alligator Adventure. To our north you will find historic Wilmington and the Battleship North Carolina, a must see! No matter what entices you the most, a great time will be had by all.

LET'S GO SHOPPING top

Ocean Isle Beach offers a diverse selection of shops to satisfy your every need. You may want to check our Cheney's Gifts, Just Lovely Gifts, or Callahans. If browsing gift shops is more for you, the Cotton Exchange in Wilrnington and many antique shops will keep you busy all day! Myrtle Beach has an endless selection of beach shops and department stores galore, as well as Outlet Malls such as Waccamaw Pottery and Outlet Park, The Myrtle Beach Outlet Shopping Mall and Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach.

Our island with a gently sloping beach, natural sounds, and intra-coastal waterway provide the perfect respite for those seeking to connect with nature.

MUSEUM OF COASTAL CAROLINA top

...Family Fun Out Of The Sun!!
This wonderful museum, located right here on Ocean Isle Beach, offers a wide array of interesting exhibits and collections for all to see. You won’t want to miss the many seashells, Indian artifacts, antique fishing equipment, and so much more. The Reef Room is one of the largest and most fascinating in the southeast. Underwater adventure and aquatics sites await you!

The prestigious Museum of Coastal Carolina is in partnership with the world famous Discovery Place Museum and is a must see during your stay. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children under 12. You can visit year round Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 1-5, weekdays 9-5 from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. For more information, please call 910-579-1016.

RESOURCES top

RENTAL CARS top

Thrifty Car Rental

• Wilmington Airport
• Myrtle Beach

OCEAN ISLE AREA GOLF COURSES top

There are over 20 golf courses located within 8 miles of Ocean Isle Beach, NC and over 100 golf courses within 45 minutes of Ocean Isle Beach.

OCEAN ISLE AREA FISHING top

OCEAN ISLE AREA SAILING top

Priority Sailing