Everything's easier on the beach
Wrightsville Beach is the true definition of an easy vacation or getaway. As North Carolina's most accessible beach from Interstate I-40, it's easy to get here and even easier to stay. A clean, breathtaking stretch of white sand and sparkling water along the beach and Intracoastal Waterway just begs for watersports activities, swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, fishing, and surfing.
This summer, leave the passport at home and enjoy the nearby island life at Wrightsville Beach. View our summer highlights for special offers and upcoming events like the Reef/Sweetwater ProAm Surf Fest and the East Coast Wahine Surfing Championship.
Cross Wrightsville Beach's iconic drawbridge and leave your cares on the mainland. This quaint and walkable island offers a village-like feel and a variety of lodging to make your home away from home including three full-service hotels, independently owned motels, vacation rentals and cottages from turn-of-the-century to modern marvels.
Wrightsville Beach offers activities for everyone in the family to enjoy - spend your days enjoying the white sandy beaches, biking The Loop, enjoying wildlife, fishing on Johnnie Mercer's Pier or boating on the Intracoastal Waterway. Shop for boogie boards and beach wear to the latest in island fashions. A small history museum, narrated harbor cruises, a waterbird sanctuary, and unique events enhance the coastal experience. Enjoy evenings dining outdoors on fresh seafood at local restaurants, watching the sunset over the marsh and listening to live music in the park.
Plan your vacation or getaway today.
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Featured Events
32nd Annual SURF-SUN-SAND Co-ed Beach Volleyball & Bocce Ball Tournaments
Join us for a great day of fun in the sun at Oceanic Pier - Access 38. There will be competitions...
read moreAirlie Gardens Concert Series presents Grenoldo Frazier (Jazz)
Airlie Gardens has announced the entertainment line-up for its 2012 concert series, held on selec...
read moreReef/Sweetwater Pro-AmSurf Fest
Enjoy 3 days of spectacular surfing at the annual Reef/Sweetwater Surf Fest. Watch some of the wo...
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