Is Sunset Beach crowded?

The beaches along Sunset Beach are wide, seldom crowded, and feature miles of oceanfront that are ideal for body boarding, surfing, swimming, or a little bit of surf fishing.



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Sunset Beach itself is a peaceful, relaxing little beach town, devoid of large crowds, loud clubs and tourist traps.

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So both OIB and Sunset are great family beaches. Sunset is a little sleepier, a little less developed. OIB has more things to do on the island, but it's easy to do a little day trip to North Myrtle Beach (about 45 min south) or Wilmington (about 45 min north).

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As the name suggests, Sunset Beach is known for its breathtaking sunsets. You can watch the sun sink into the horizon from the beach, the pier, or one of the many waterfront restaurants, creating a picture-perfect end to a perfect day.

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1800 Gulf Rd. Lay of the Land: Located at the west end of Gulf Road, Sunset Beach Park is a favorite with both locals and visitors for picnics, swimming and boat launching. This is the perfect beach to go to if you want to escape the crowds.

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You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail. This boardwalk runs alongside the beach areas of Sunset Beach as well as the Blind Pass waterway. The boardwalk is mostly privately owned but is open to public foot traffic.

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TripSavvy has named Sunset Beach fourth among the country's 18 best beaches. According to TripSavvy, Sunset Beach is renowned for its picturesque coastline and dreamy sunsets.

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A visitor looking for a quiet coastal place to relax will do very well to book a house on this beach. The island of Sunset Beach features a white sandy beach with undisturbed sand dunes, a natural habitat and a nesting ground for coastal wildlife of all kinds, including the endangered loggerhead sea turtle.

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25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
  • Saud Beach, Philippines.
  • Elafonissi Beach, Greece.
  • Nungwi Beach, Tanzania.
  • Hanalei Bay, Hawaii.
  • Copacabana, Brazil.
  • Cape Le Grand National Park, Australia.
  • Grayton Beach, Florida.
  • Sotavento Beach, Spain.


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North Shore's Sunset Beach has some of the best waves for surfing in the world. During the winter, catch a premier surfing competition. Grab your camera to snap amazing photos of monster winter waves, and the daring surfers that ride them. During the summer, the water often becomes calm enough to swim.

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Today's Sunset Beach sea temperature is 83 °F.

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Oahu's windward coast – specifically the 10-mile stretch from the Marine Corps Base Kaneohe to Makapu'u Beach Park – is home to the bluest water in Hawaii, sure to make your next beach day unforgettable.

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Is Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach all inclusive? Yes, but it's an option. You can choose to buy an all-inclusive plan – or not.

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