13 Best Coastal Towns in North Carolina

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Ocracoke Island is only 16 miles long so you can explore the whole island in a day.

Small doesn't mean you have to rough it or go without anything.

Ocracoke Village offers a completely different experience than all the other towns on this page.

The Old Burying Ground is also worth walking through to see the headstones of Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers buried in the graveyard behind the church.

Down at the dock areas, there is always something to see or do, whether it's a fisherman showing off his catch or people catching up on an outdoor patio.

There's a reason people come to Beaufort and almost immediately plan a return trip.

A farmers market takes place throughout the summer, from the middle of May to the end of September on Mondays beginning at 8am.

Often described as one of North Carolina's best beaches, Wrightsville Beach, lures visitors with its easy access and wonderful waterfront.

Umbrellas on Carolina Beach | Photo Copyright: Lana Law

Carolina Beach is known as one of North Carolina's top surfing destinations.