CAROLINA BEACH STATE PARK

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Carolina Beach State Park is a popular destination located in the state of North Carolina. The park is situated on a peninsula surrounded by the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. There are a number of great reasons to visit Carolina Beach State Park, including its beautiful beaches, diverse wildlife, and scenic trails.

One of the main points of interest in the park is the Venus flytrap trail, which is home to a number of carnivorous plants. Visitors can also explore the park's extensive network of hiking and biking trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The park's marina is also a popular spot for fishing and boating.

Interesting facts about Carolina Beach State Park include the fact that it was once a popular location for shipwreckers in the 1800s. The park is also home to a number of endangered species, including the red-cockaded woodpecker and the loggerhead sea turtle.

The best time of year to visit Carolina Beach State Park is during the summer months, when the weather is warm and the beaches are open for swimming and sunbathing. However, the park is also beautiful during the fall and spring, when the leaves change color and the wildflowers are in bloom.

Beach Hazards Statement
Until 2024-09-08T04:00:00-04:00 National Weather Service
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents along the New Hanover County coast. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.

September 7, 2024

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