Emerald Isle on North Carolina's Crystal Coast is perfect for both a family vacation and couples getaway. Here's how to plan the perfect trip to the laid-back beach town.

Emerald Isle tops the list, beating out Oak Island and Holden Beach. Atlantic Beach came in at number four, while Topsail Beach was sixth and Ocracoke Lifeguard Beach seventh on the list.

Emerald Isle, North Carolina, confesses its obvious charms—brilliant blue-green waters, a verdant maritime forest, ... 1572 Hammock Beach Road, Swansboro, NC 28584. Head To The Water.

EMERALD ISLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Beach season is upon us, and here in Eastern North Carolina, people are ready for sandy toes, sunshine and for some, catching that perfect wave. Beach officials wa… ...

Emerald Isle, North Carolina, is perfect for both families and couples, with tasty seafood, oceanfront homes, and beautiful beaches. Lydia Mansel Mon, April 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM UTC ...

Gregory and Diane Nies had challenged North Carolina’s long-held tradition of open beach access, ... Beach-goers and residents enjoy the beach in Emerald Isle, N.C. on Monday, July 13, 2015.

EMERALD ISLE, N.C. (WNCT) — From Apr. 13 until Sept. 15, 2025, people will have to pay by the hour to park at the West or East beach accesses in Emerald Isle. This signifies the beginning of the ...