Ocracoke BeachMany North Carolinians know about the history of piracy in their state, but far fewer visit this former pirate hideout, now one of North Carolina's least-crowded beach gems.
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The most popular time of year to visit Carolina Beach is generally Memorial Day through Labor Day, but fall, winter, and early spring provide mild weather and fewer crowds. You may even find some off-season vacation rental deals.
The best time to visit the Outer Banks is between March and May or September and November, when lodging rates drop and crowds dissipate. Most mainland North Carolina residents and out-of-towners arrive during the summer months, when humidity is high and average temperatures consistently hit the upper 80s.
The reason Myrtle Beach has a lower median home value than other popular cities in the region is largely due to the number of tourists in the area. Many of the residents have turned their homes into Air BnBs and vacation rentals, which has slightly lowered the housing market.
Know The FactsAll Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good. Water quality testing occurs twice a week during the summer and results are posted on SCDHEC's Beach Access Guide.
The water is pleasantly warm, and the waves are gentle but fun for families to swim in. North Myrtle Beach provides an umbrella service for those looking to rent their umbrellas for shade.
Garden City is one of the best least-crowded beaches near Myrtle Beach that vacationers should add to their South Carolina bucket lists. Praised for its incredible family-friendly atmosphere, the beach offers breathtaking ocean views along the southern coast.