Masonboro Island

Evidence strongly suggests that the first stretch of the continental American Coastline ever spotted and described by European explorers was the 8-mile long beach now called Masonboro Island. Masonboro is the largest undisturbed barrier island along the southern part of North Carolina’s coast.

Getting There & Details

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Intracoastal Waterway Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
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More Things to Do

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Blockade Runner Beach Resort & Conference Center

Located in the heart of Wrightsville Beach, the Blockade Runner Beach Resort has been synonymous…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Bluewater Grill

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Buddy’s Crab House & Oyster Bar

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Atlantic Marina

Boat Marina

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