About Wilmington

Wilmington locality is located in North Carolina United States, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Nearest beaches in Wilmington

view the highest rated beaches in area

Senior friendly

Oak Island Pier beach

Caswell Beach 3 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
7.2 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Carolina beach

Carolina Beach 0.3 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
9.3 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Kure beach

Kure Beach 0.2 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
9.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Fort Fisher beach

Sheephead Rock 2.8 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
4.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Freeman Park beach

Sea Breeze 1 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
2.7 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Wrightsville beach

Wrightsville Beach 0.2 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
7.8 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Wilmington are Oak Island Pier beach, Carolina beach, Kure beach.

Senior travelers often visit Wilmington beaches as there are about 5 beaches beaches that are suited to their needs. The spacious size and the availability of good beach infrastructure make these places ideal for this group of travelers!

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Wilmington, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of locality are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

It's worth noting that 8 beaches in Wilmington have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Wilmington's beaches

Wrightsville beach
4 Siji Kuriakose

Beautiful and clean beach, mostly clear water. Lots of shells, Great experience.

Oak Island Pier beach
10 Ted Carson

This place is absolutely stunning! It's perfect for a romantic getaway or for fishing enthusiasts looking to catch a big one. Additionally, it offers a peaceful atmosphere for those seeking some quiet time for meditation.

Carolina beach
10 Aria Elise

We had a fantastic time at the beach. The parking, facilities, and beach access are conveniently located near shops, restaurants, festival grounds, restrooms, showers, and a small boardwalk.

Kure beach
8 Sylvia T.

The pier is quite lengthy, and there is no charge for strolling along it unless you have an interest in fishing. It seemed like the fishing conditions were decent. Unlike other fishing piers, this one appeared to be relatively clean, suggesting that people take responsibility for tidying up their surroundings. The beach offers stunning scenery, and the breeze is just as anticipated.

Freeman Park beach
10 Zynx 47

Wow, what an incredible location! During our travels through North Carolina, my significant other and I made the decision to spend a night camping at this stunning spot, and we were absolutely blown away. The beach was simply breathtaking, and we were thrilled to discover that it was also a dog-friendly location. We were even able to enjoy a cozy campfire in the designated camping area. As if that wasn't enough, we were lucky enough to witness dolphins swimming nearby, which truly topped off our experience.

Topsail beach
10 John Anderson

This beach offers approximately six parking spaces conveniently located right by the walkway, as well as around ten spaces across the street near the water tower. Additionally, there is a rinse off shower available. It takes approximately five minutes to walk to the nearest access point that provides restroom facilities. During our visit in July and August, the beach was moderately populated, with a limited number of people. We never had anyone set up their belongings closer than 20 feet away from us. Moreover, every day we were there, it was possible to comfortably stand in shallow water about 20 feet offshore during low tide.

The warmest month during the year in this area is July, with the air temperature rising up to 31.2°C and the water temperature up to 29°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 14.2°C and the water temperature down to 13.5°C.