How to Find a Quiet Beach in North Carolina

From mountains to sand dunes, the Atlantic Coast to several lakes and rivers, North Carolina has something for everyone--including those who want to find a quiet beach. There are plenty of quiet community areas, public beach accesses and more where you can relax and unwind away from the crowd. If you want to find a quiet beach in North Carolina, start by looking in the following areas.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Consider the town of Oak Island, south of Wilmington. Oak Island has about ten miles of ocean beach and more than fifty access points.
2. Try Caswell Beach, also south of Wilmington. You'll be able to find quiet space without commercialism here.
3. Consider Cape Hatteras National Seashore, which has a large number of beaches to choose from. While some areas are popular and frequented because they have lifequards, there are a number of others that are quiet and secluded.
4. Access a wide variety of beaches if you head to the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There are more than fifty miles of ocean beach to choose from.
5. Head to the Outer Banks barrier islands where there are a number of quiet beaches available.

Tips & Warnings

• Beaches are always at their most quiet in the mornings and evenings and on weekdays.
• Keep in mind that quiet beaches are often those that do not have lifeguards; remain aware of warnings for rip currents and don't swim alone.

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