Carolina Beach sits on the Atlantic Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8658559, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.
View Live ConditionsPark at Carolina Beach in lots like Boardwalk Lot A, Boardwalk Lot B, Carolina Beach Municipal Marina. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $5–20/day and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.
Find ParkingAt Carolina Beach, don't miss the Glazed Donuts at Britt's Donut Shop. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.
Explore DiningBoats leave Carolina Beach from Carolina Beach Municipal Marina, including the Winner Party Boat — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.
See Things to DoCarolina Beach hosts Sunset over the Cape Fear River and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.
Check EventsAt Carolina Beach, the sun sets at 8:01 PM today — about 13h 28m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:33 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Carolina Beach update at the top of the conditions page.