Kure Beach
Kure Beach is mid-sized beach community located on Pleasure Island, North Carolina, just south of Carolina Beach. If you are looking for the beauty of Carolina Beach with less of the hustle and bustle, Kure Beach is for you!
- General Information
- Do not stand, walk, drive, dig, or otherwise get on the dunes. Doing so will result in a hefty fine. The dunes are the only protection the beach has. Generally, anywhere sea grass is growing is a protected dune.
- No beach gear (i.e. tents, chairs, volleyball nets, etc) is allowed within 15′ of the dunes.
- Do not leave shade tents, chairs, or personal items on the beach from the hours of 7:00pm to 8:00am. Any items left on the beach will be removed and disposed of by the town.
- Glass is prohibited from the beach at all times.
- If you or a member of your party digs a hole in the sand, it must be filled in prior to your departure.
- Surfing
- Surfing is prohibited within 250 yards of the Kure Beach Pier.
- All surfers are required to use a leash.
- Surfers are reminded to respect the “space” of other beach patrons. Reckless surfing that endangers another person is prohibited.
- Alcohol. Alcohol is not permitted on Kure Beach at any time. Public consumption of alcohol, other than in a home or establishment, is also prohibited.
- Fires and grilling. Neither fires nor grilling are allowed on the beach at any time.
- Parking
- the Town of Kure beach offers free parking to it’s patrons.
- There is no parking allowed on sidewalks or bike paths.
- Do not block driveways.
- Vehicles on the beach.
- Vehicles are not allowed on the beach strand at any time.
- Beaches near Kure Beach that do allow vehicles include:
- Freeman Park in Carolina Beach (910) 458-2994
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area 910-458-5798
- Pets
- Pets are prohibited from the beach from 1 April until 30 September. Failure to adhere to this ordinance will result in a $25.00 fine for the first offense and a misdemeanor charge for the second. All other times, pets must be on a leash not exceeding 15′ in length.
- Pets are allowed to roam leash free at Gurney Hood Dog “Bark” located on K Avenue.
- You must clean up after your pet and have the means to do so at all times anywhere in the town. Failure to do so will result in a fine. Dispose of waste in available trash cans. Animal waste needs four weeks to degrade, and if left on sidewalks and grass, it can get into the water supply.
- Never leave your animal unattended in a vehicle. Even on just a warm day, your dog could die in a few minutes from heat stroke or exhaustion. The safest plan is to leave Fido at home. The town in summer is no place for a dog. Here’s a quick rule: if it’s too hot for you in bare feet, it’s too hot for your dog.
- Bicycles
- Every person riding a bicycle shall be subject to all of the laws of North Carolina applicable to vehicles.
- Every person operating a bicycle shall ride as near to the right hand side of the roadway as practicable.
- Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast.
- North Carolina law requires every person under 16 years old to wear an approved bicycle helmet when operating a bicycle.
- Fishing
- Fishing is allowed in the surf. You will need a coastal or surf-fishing license, not an inland fishing license.
- Licenses can be obtained at:
- Blue Marlin Beach Shop, located at 309 North Fort Fisher Boulevard between M & N Avenues. Call (910) 458-5752 for store hours and additional information.
- www.ncwildlife.org
- Over the phone at the Wildlife Resources Commission (888) 248-6834, Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm
- Fishing is also allowed from the pier without a license, but an additional fee is charged. Go to www.kurebeachfishingpier.com for details. The Kure Beach Fishing pier operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from April 1st through Thanksgiving Sunday. The Kure Beach Fishing Pier also offers arcade games, concession treats, and a gift/souvenir shop. Access to the pier is free to those not fishing.
- Weddings
- Weddings are allowed on Kure Beach with no fee; however, the town asks that you do not bring tables, chairs, and/or awnings onto the beach strip.
- The public access to the beach will not be infringed for the wedding.
- You are required to have a valid Marriage License to get married in New Hanover County. Call (910) 798-7758 for more information.
- Alternate locations include:
- Fort Fisher Historic Park (910) 458-5538
- Fort Fisher State Park (910) 458-5798
- NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher (910) 458-8257
- Fireworks. It is unlawful to possess or ignite any firework that explodes or protrudes in the air within the State of North Carolina.
- Lifeguards. Lifeguards are on duty from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
- Handicap Access
- Handicap accessible ramps are located at E Avenue, L Avenue, and Atlantic Avenue.
- Kure beach offers a beach wheelchair from Memorial Day to Labor Day. To reserve it, call the Kure Beach Police Department at the number listed below, or see a lifeguard when you get there.
- Public Restrooms. Public restrooms are not available beachside at Kure Beach, but are available at Eakes Park and Town Hall.
- Emergencies
- Police 911 or (910) 458-7586
- Fire Department 911 or (910) 458-7586
- Hospital Dosher Memorial Hospital (910) 457-3800
As town laws and regulations often change, we are not responsible for any incorrect information contained within this review. The information listed was accurate at the time of publishing. If you find that information provided in this review is incorrect, please email the webmaster and let us know. The below listed links are provided to verify any information. Thanks for visiting, and as always…happy beach day!!
Travel Brochure
View Map
Visitor Information
Surfing and Tide Information
Web Cam
Weather Information
Official City Website
New Hanover County Information
State of North Carolina Official Website
Laws and Ordinances
Public accesses:
- Ocean View Avenue
- LaQue North Site
- LaQue South Site
- N Avenue 344 North Fort Fisher Boulevard
- Atlantic Avenue – Between M&N Avenues
- M Avenue
- Atlantic Avenue – Between L&M Avenues
- L Avenue 140 North Atlantic Avenue- Handicap accessible
- J Avenue
- I Avenue
- H Avenue
- G Avenue
- F Avenue
- E Avenue – Handicap accessible
- Stormy Petrel
- Assembly Avenue 1255 South Fort Fisher Boulevard
- Surfrider Court
- Ocean Walk
- Atlantic Ave – Boardwalk and four beach accesses
- K Avenue Ramp
- Davis Road
- 1045 Fort Fisher Boulevard South
This page was last updated on September 27, 2009.