On Carolina Beach, a family honors the memory of their patriarch through the restaurant he founded — and his award-winning seafood chowder.
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Carolina Beach’s Longtime General Store
At Island True Value Tackle & Hardware, locals and vacationers find just what they need to repair a house, maintain a boat, catch a fish — and much, much more.
5 Picture-Perfect Coastal Boardwalks
On North Carolina’s coast, boardwalks wind alongside our sounds, rivers, and beaches, reminding us that the journey is often just as delightful as the destination.
Doughnut Season at Britt’s
Since 1939, generations have found the sweet taste of summer on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.
Guardian of the Nests
Sea turtles might travel thousands of miles to lay their eggs on our shores. A longtime volunteer helps watch over their babies and guide them home to the sea.
From Elizabeth Hudson: A Rising Tide
During her stay at Carolina Beach, our editor in chief observes how changing tides shape the ebb and flow of the beach and the way we experience its wonders.
5 Classic Carolina Beach Experiences
Stroll the Boardwalk, savor a doughnut, and step into yesteryear in this timeless New Hanover County beach town.
Carolina Canals
The watery passages that moved people and supplies through North Carolina have made an indelible mark on our ecology and history.
Daybreak on the Coast
Dawn on North Carolina’s beaches sharpens the senses: Colors look brighter, crashing waves sound louder, and the potential for the day ahead seems infinite.
