Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Wrightsville Beach today?

Wrightsville Beach sits on the Atlantic Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8658163, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Wrightsville Beach?

Park at Wrightsville Beach in lots like Johnnie Mercer's Pier, East Salisbury Street Lot, Public Beach Access #4. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $6/hr · $25/day and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Wrightsville Beach?

At Wrightsville Beach, don't miss the Fresh Catch at Oceanic Restaurant. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Wrightsville Beach?

Boats leave Wrightsville Beach from Wrightsville Beach Marina, including the Sunset Cruise — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Wrightsville Beach this week?

Wrightsville Beach hosts Sunset over Banks Channel and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Wrightsville Beach, the sun sets at 8:01 PM today — about 13h 29m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:33 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Wrightsville Beach update at the top of the conditions page.