Photo of Fort Fisher beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Fort Fisher beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Fort Fisher beach with spacious shore

Photo of Fort Fisher beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Fort Fisher beach and the settlement

7.4

Good

Fort Fisher State Recreation Area

Fort Fisher beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Fort Fisher beach?

There are 196 places to stay in the Fort Fisher beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6060652&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean Dunes Kure Beach Condo with Balcony and Pool</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9387633&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Salty Hammock</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9393088&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean Dunes 2006</a></li></ul>

Kure Beach, United States

#18 out of 49 in North Carolina

7.4

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Sheephead Rock • 2.8 km

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Park Franklin Square Park

5km

Park William S. "Bill" Smith Park

8.4km

Park Smithville District Park

8.7km

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About

Fort Fisher beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 18th place out of 49 beaches in the North Carolina region 211.9 km away from its center, the city of Raleigh. It is one of the beaches of Sheephead Rock settlement, just 2.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Fort Fisher beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, 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. There are also some surf spots.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kure beach, which has a rating of 7.5.

Fort Fisher beach is located in North Carolina within Sheephead Rock, 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

Sheephead Rock • 2.8 km

Map of beach

Park Franklin Square Park

5km

Park William S. "Bill" Smith Park

8.4km

Park Smithville District Park

8.7km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Ocean Dunes Kure Beach Condo with Balcony and Pool

1.3km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Ocean Dunes Kure Beach Condo with Balcony and Pool

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Located at nearest locality

Sheephead Rock • 3.8km from center

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1.3km from the beach

Ocean Dunes 2006

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Sheephead Rock • 3.8km from center

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Bright Coastal Abode with Porch and Beach Access!

6.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Bright Coastal Abode with Porch and Beach Access!

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Located at nearest locality

Sheephead Rock • 8.7km from center

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6.3km from the beach

Salty Hammock

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Located at nearest locality

Sheephead Rock • 8.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in Fort Fisher beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Fort Fisher beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

3.9km

Kure beach Kure beach

7.5 Very good

8km

Carolina beach Carolina beach

7.5 Very good

11.2km

Freeman Park beach Freeman Park beach

7.2 Good

14.1km

South beach South beach

7.2 Good

14.4km

Caswell beach Caswell beach

7.1 Good

16.3km

Oak Island Pier beach Oak Island Pier beach

7.6 Very good

21.6km

Long beach Long beach

7.4 Good

29.4km

Wrightsville beach Wrightsville beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Sheephead Rock • 2.8km

Main locality of province

Raleigh • 211.9km

Transport

Airport

ILM • 34.1km

Bus Station

Myrtle Beach Transfer Center • 93.6km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

A. Soltes

8 Very good

This is a good place for younger kids to experience salt marsh/wetlands with an easy hike. The Basin Trail (1.1 miles to observation deck) starts at the Visitor Center and goes through some wooded areas with dirt trails, sandy areas, and boardwalk across water. The entire trail is flat but some areas (sand and mud) would be difficult to push a stroller. It was also very wet and muddy when we went so rainboots are helpful. There are bathrooms, maps, picnic tables, grills, and vending machines at the Visitor Center. Vending machines take cash and cards.

Jacob Toler

10 Exceptional

Locals know this is the place to go to. Free access and 4WD for those who enjoy off roading. The gates close around 8 or 9 but you can still park outside of them and stay longer if you would like! The aquarium is close and there's lots of sights to see at this beautiful location.

Allyson Stallings

10 Exceptional

This is where we parked and went in for the beach. Great access area. Free. Has bathrooms, changing areas, and a few places you can grill or have a get together. The beach area was super nice and way less crowded than going to somewhere like myrtle beach. My family and I absolutely loved it.

Jaih Pittman

10 Exceptional

Great beach to drive on! Nothing more to say really. The office staff were helpful. Although if you arrive after 5pm the office closes and you can’t buy a daily pass. The beach was clean and tidy. Be prepared to bring an air compressor to fill your tires back up, wish they had one on site, even one you pay to use would be helpful sometimes.

Bradley Osterhout

10 Exceptional

Great beach spot with lifeguards, restrooms, covered picnic tables and a place to wash off! Parking is usually available and easy access to the beach.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Fort Fisher beach?

The Fort Fisher beach is covered with soft and fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Fort Fisher beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Fort Fisher beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Fort Fisher beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Fort Fisher 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 Fort Fisher beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Fort Fisher beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Fort Fisher beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Fort Fisher 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.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Fort Fisher beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Fort Fisher beach?

There are 196 places to stay in the Fort Fisher beach area.

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How far is the Fort Fisher beach from parking?

The Fort Fisher 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 Fort Fisher beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Fort Fisher 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?

Fort Fisher beach (North Carolina) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Fort Fisher beach (North Carolina) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.