SEE, DO, EAT, DRINK, & STAY IN CAROLINA BEACH

This Carolina beach town pops with color and is a fun-loving and free-spirited family destination.

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With its famous wooden beach-side boardwalk, restaurants and amusement rides, craft coffees, tiki bars and summer concerts.

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Where Is Carolina Beach?

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Enjoy The Beach

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Fort Fisher State Recreation Area

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For amazing beach views head to the rooftop at Carolina Smokehouse and indulge in some comforting Southern BBQ.

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Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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SWIPE UP TO READ MORE!

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