The Best Family Beach Vacations on the Brunswick Islands
The Brunswick Islands, nestled along North Carolina’s southern coastline, offer some of the best family beach vacations. Ocean Isle Beach is a hidden pearl on the North Carolina Coast, making it a great choice for family vacations. Its unspoiled natural beauty offers a peaceful escape from crowded and urban vacation destinations. The surrounding marshlands and estuaries create a lovely home for diverse bird species, marine life, and coastal plants. We have a guide to packing for family vacations and how to enjoy a pet-friendly vacation so you won't have to leave any of your family members behind!
McClure Realty Vacations offers a variety of spacious Ocean Isle Beach vacation rentals that are ideal for a family getaway. Many are equipped with fully-stocked kitchens, private pools, and outdoor decks offering stunning ocean views. A stay in one of our Ocean Isle Beach vacation rentals promises unforgettable memories and one of the best family beach vacations you’ll ever experience.
The Best Activities for Family Vacations in Ocean Isle Beach
Have a Blast With Beach Activities for the Whole Family
The exciting array of beach activities in warm water with gentle waves is part of what makes Ocean Isle Beach one of the best spots for family vacations. Beachgoers can explore the shoreline during low tide to collect unique shells and sand dollars, including scotch bonnets and coquina clams. For more adventurous families, try surfing, stand-up paddleboarding or enjoy a family fishing trip at the Ocean Isle Beach Pier.
Families Can Explore the Brunswick Beaches on a Local Tour
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, offers a variety of exciting tours to explore its beautiful ecosystems during family vacations. Pilot your own powerboat on a CCAT tour with Carolinas Coastal Adventure Tours. Rent a golf cart for self-guided exploration at your family's own pace. Your family can also enjoy a custom Intracoastal Waterway tour with Tour H2O Cruises.
Learn About the Wonderful North Carolina Beaches
The Museum of Coastal Carolina hosts fun events year-round, including Sandbar Lectures with local experts on Outer Banks history and the coastal environment. In the Changing Tides Gallery, explore treasures like shark teeth and interactive exhibits. Discover shipwrecks, live sea creatures, and a touch tank in the Waterways and Sea Shore Galleries. The Ocean Reef Gallery even features life-sized reef models.
Enjoy Outdoor Adventures at the Shallotte River Swamp Park
One of the best ways to spend family vacations in Ocean Isle Beach is to visit the Shallotte River Swamp Park. Challenge yourself with 53 obstacles, including wobble bridges and rope courses, suited for three different skill levels. Take an ATV ride through lush forests, hills, and muddy trails. Experience the local wildlife on a zipline tour spanning ten zipline stations and three bridges, or explore the swamp’s history with a 50-minute eco-boat tour. For a peaceful outing, stroll the mile-long river walk trail and feed turtles along the way.