Perfect Day at Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach is a walkable coastal gem waiting to be explored! To prepare for your trip consider these beach vacation essentials:
Insulated Beach Bag - Designed to carry it all. The oversized mesh main compartment fits 9–10 full-size beach towels and gear, while the insulated bottom cooler holds up to 24 cans or snacks and drinks — keeping everything organized in one bag.
Play your beach vibe playlist on this waterproof Bluetooth Speaker with Hi-Fi Audio, it’s Waterproof and Dustproof and has up to 12 Hours Battery Life.
Set of 6 quick drying light weight Turkish beach towels - 6 piece 39" x 71" beach towel oversized are compact and lightweight, making it easy to pack in your luggage or closet. Plus, it folds down to take up minimal space and doubles as travel blanket or shawl. The perfect towel for any type of travel.
For those interested in finding shells, sand dollars, fossils and sharks teeth, this Mesh Shovel and Mesh Beach Bag will ensure you get the good stuff.
The beach has beautiful sunrises if you are an early riser. You can refer to my previous blog post for some breakfast recommendations. There are 44 beach accesses. For calmer water the very north and very south ends where they curve around to the inlet do not have the waves that the rest of the middle does. Always be mindful of what flag is up at the lifeguard stand, if it is Red or Purple, be very careful, the riptide is serious and should not be ignored. Parking is free before 9am, and you can check the Town Of Wrightsville Beach Pivot Parking website to see where there are spots available, it can fill up fast.
Bring a cooler with a picnic lunch or there are plenty of beach side restaurants. Refer to my next blog post for lunch and dinner options. Consider some fun beach games like Spikeball, Water Proof Cards, or a water proof football to pass the time while enjoying the surf and sand.
For sunset, head to the western sound side of the island where the sun dips below the Intracoastal Waterway. Some of the best spots include the South End (near Access #43 and #44) or Johnnie Mercer's Pier. The top-rated locations on the island for catching an unobstructed evening glow include The South End (Beach Access #43 & #44), A favorite among locals. The sandy shores and rock jetty here at the tip of the island offer sweeping, panoramic views across the water as the sky changes colors. Johnnie Mercer's Fishing Pier is another good option. Extending 1,200 feet out into the water, this concrete pier provides beautiful, unobstructed vistas of the island landscape and the surrounding coastal waters. You could also pair your sunset with coastal cuisine and drinks at Oceanic Restaurant (which has seasonal covered dining out on the Crystal Pier) or Dockside Restaurant across the waterway.
