Umbrellas, *infant pop-up tents (*no larger than 46”L x 36”D x 36”H), and wind-powered sunshades (one continuous pole—fabric no larger than 160 sq ft) are permissible. All beach equipment must be removed from the beach strand on a daily basis.
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There is no public consumption or serving of alcohol in public within town limits. This even includes the inside of parked vehicles. If you're planning to drink, please do so at one of Ocean Isle Beach's quaint bars or restaurants. Glass containers aren't allowed anywhere on the beach strand.
The ordinance says permitted wind-powered sunshades cannot have fabric longer than 160 square feet. They must also be attached to one continuous pole connected to the ground by more than two anchors, and use wind to create shade. Some popular examples of the permitted shades include Shibumi and Solbello.
Golf carts must be operated at the right edge of the roadway and must yield to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Golf carts must park in designated spaces in such a manner that multiple golf carts can utilize the space. All parking rules and limits apply. No parking on sidewalks is allowed.
Public Beach Access: Ocean Isle Beach offers Public Beach Access points up and down the island FREE PARKING at just about all locations. Click here to download a pdf map of all beach access points with handicap accessible access points noted.
A bigger shaded area provides a more enjoyable experience for families, especially with children. But, officials argue devices like the Shibumi Shades cause difficulties for lifeguards protecting the area. And, they worry about potential for overcrowding with these larger tent-like shades.
It's one of the North Carolina barrier islands known as the Brunswick Islands, where you will find more beach for your blanket. Because Ocean Isle Beach stretches for seven miles in an unusual east-west direction, sunrises and sunsets are amazingly dramatic.
Yes, Ocean Isle Beach has a downtown area. It is located near the center of the island and features a variety of restaurants, shops, and other attractions. The downtown area also offers plenty of parking for visitors to explore all that Ocean Isle Beach has to offer.
ticketing folks who are breaking the Ocean Beach booze laws. Which are, according to Golden Gate National Recreation Area Law Enforcement Specialist Marybeth G. McFarland, that you're not allowed to drink booze on the beach, or have any open containers of alcohol.
Golf carts are the only form of transportation, available through the Daufuskie Island Resort (800/648-6778, , rooms from $169). The resort's plantation-style mansion and oceanfront cottages are spread across 1,200 of the island's 5,000 acres.
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).