Holden Beach

Brunswick Islands

family chill fishing small-town walkable budget

Current Weather

9 /10
88°F
Feels like 94°F
Clear
7 mph
Today's Recommendations:
• Perfect beach day - bring sun protection!
• Beautiful sunny day - perfect for all outdoor activities

Must Knows

Voted best family beach in the USA
8-mile barrier island with quiet, uncrowded shores
Exceptional fishing and waterfront dining
Truly peaceful coastal experience perfect for beachcombing

Sights Worth Seeing

Holden Beach Fishing Pier

Family-friendly fishing pier with tackle shop and beautiful ocean views.

fishing pier family-friendly tackle shop ocean views
Good for: fishing families pier walking sightseeing
Well-maintained pier popular with families and anglers.
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Holden Beach Nature Preserve

Protected coastal area with walking trails and opportunities for bird watching.

nature preserve walking trails bird watching coastal area
Good for: nature hiking bird watching photography
Beautiful natural area showcasing coastal ecosystems.
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Top Restaurants & Bars

Dock House Seafood & More

$$$

Waterfront dining with unique menu items and stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Fresh seafood and local specialties.

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Good for: waterfront dining seafood views
Call (910) 842-3625. Intracoastal Waterway views.
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SMacnally's

$$

Amazing waterfront lunch spot with great entertainment and excellent service. American cuisine with beautiful water views.

waterfront lunch entertainment american
Good for: lunch entertainment water views
Popular lunch spot with entertainment and water views.
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Provision Company

$$

Casual waterfront dining accessible by boat. Relaxed atmosphere with fresh seafood and coastal favorites.

casual waterfront boat access seafood
Good for: boaters casual dining seafood
Call (910) 842-7205. Boat accessible restaurant.
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Inlet View Bar & Grill

$$$

Crown jewel restaurant where Shallotte River meets Intracoastal. Tiki bar atmosphere with waterfront dining and sunset views.

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Good for: sunset dining tiki atmosphere river views
Call (910) 842-5007. Where river meets intracoastal.
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Gear Rentals & Activities

Holden Beach Equipment Rentals

Beach chair, umbrella, and water sports equipment rentals with island-wide delivery.

beach chairs umbrellas water sports delivery
Convenient rental service throughout Holden Beach.
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Holden Beach Surf Shop

Surf equipment rentals and sales with local surf knowledge and quality boards.

surf equipment rentals local knowledge quality boards
Local surf shop with experienced staff and quality equipment.
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Safety & Local Tips

Stay Safe & Respect Local Guidelines

  • No pets on beach May-September except after 5pm
  • Pets must be leashed at all times
  • Family-friendly atmosphere with calm waters
  • Excellent fishing opportunities from shore

Essentials (Grocery, Pharmacy)

Holden Beach Town Hall

Municipal services, beach access information, and local regulations. Central location for visitor information.

Call (910) 842-6488. Beach access and regulations.

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