Photo of Sunset beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Sunset beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sunset beach with long straight shore

Photo of Sunset beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sunset beach and the settlement

7.4

Good

Sunset beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Sunset beach?

There are 365 places to stay in the Sunset beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sunset beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4523962&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Sunset Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8854968&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Afterdune Delight</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9197725&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sea Trail Golf Beach 2Br 2Ba</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9113078&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coquille Manor</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8186742&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coastal Escape - 2 Outdoor Lounges - Walk to Beach home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8426960&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Freshly Remodeled Beach House, Steps to Shore</a></li></ul>

Sunset Beach, United States

#18 out of 49 in North Carolina

7.4

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Sunset Beach • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Park Ferry Landing Park

8.7km

Sports Complex The Swamp Park- Zip Line and ATV Center

8.3km

Museum Museum of Coastal Carolina

4.6km

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About

Sunset beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 18th place out of 49 beaches in the North Carolina region 212.6 km away from its center, the city of Raleigh. It is one of the beaches of Sunset Beach settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Sunset beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Sunset beach is located in North Carolina within Sunset Beach, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

2.5 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Sunset Beach • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Park Ferry Landing Park

8.7km

Sports Complex The Swamp Park- Zip Line and ATV Center

8.3km

Museum Museum of Coastal Carolina

4.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

River Creek 2 Golf Villas by Coastline Resorts

2.5km from the beach

6 Pleasant

River Creek 2 Golf Villas by Coastline Resorts

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Located at nearest locality

Sunset Beach • 870m from center

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Localities

Nearest

Sunset Beach • 1.6km

Main locality of province

Raleigh • 212.6km

Transport

Airport

CRE • 21km

Bus Station

Myrtle Beach Transfer Center • 39.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sunset beach?

The coastline of Sunset beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sunset beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Sunset beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Sunset beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Sunset beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Sunset beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Sunset beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Sunset beach good for families?

Yes, the Sunset beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Sunset beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Sunset beach?

Sunset beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sunset beach?

The bar is located right on the Sunset beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sunset beach?

There are 365 places to stay in the Sunset beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Sunset beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Sunset beach from parking?

The Sunset beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sunset beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sunset beach is July. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sunset beach (North Carolina) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.