FAQ
Are there lifeguards at Kure Beach?
Yes, lifeguards are on
duty from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Are pets allowed on the beach?
Dogs are only permitted on the
beach strand of Kure Beach from October 1 through March 31. They must be
on a leash at all times.
Can I get married on Kure Beach?
Kure allows weddings on the
Beach. However, no chairs or tents are permitted. Parking is scarce. If
more information is needed, please call the Kure Beach Police Department
at 910-458-7586.
Where can I fish at Kure Beach?
Kure is a fisherman’s
paradise. You can toss a line from the Kure
Beach Fishing Pier, from the shore or hop a charter in
neighboring Carolina Beach and enjoy the Gulf Stream’s bounty.
Is there a public park in Kure Beach?
Yes, Eakes Park located
on Seventh and K Avenue. The park has tennis courts, a basketball court,
playground, picnic tables and benches, bike trail and grills.
Where are the nearest public boat ramps?
- Intracoastal
Waterway at Snow’s Cut, off US 421
- Carolina Beach State Park
-
Federal Point, terminus of US 421 near Fort Fisher
What are the beach access streets?
Be sure to request a free
visitors brochure, which includes a map of Kure Beach and beach
access streets. These access streets are as follows:
Ocean View Avenue, LaQue North Site, LaQue South Site, N Avenue, M Avenue, L Avenue – Handicap, J Avenue, I Avenue, H Avenue, G Avenue, F Avenue, E Avenue – Handicap, Stormy Petrel, Assembly Avenue, Surfrider Court, Ocean Walk, Atlantic Ave – Boardwalk and four beach accesses, K Avenue Ramp, Davis Road, Atlantic Avenue-Between L&M, Atlantic Avenue – Between M&N, 1045 Ft. Fisher Blvd. South.
Is there public parking and are the parking spaces metered?
Kure
Beach has plenty of public parking and does not currently charge for
parking.
What are the local taxes at Kure Beach?
Sales and use tax on
purchases, including food, clothing and other retail, are taxed at the
rate of 7%. Occupancy tax for rental of any room or cottage less than 90
days is an additional 6%.
Fort
Fisher State Recreation Area
This 5-mile stretch of
undeveloped beach is where shell-seekers, bird watchers and nesting
loggerhead sea turtles find seclusion. Public beach access with
restrooms, protected swimming area, showers and a visitors center make
this stretch of pristine shoreline a place for many enjoyable activities
or just a leisurely day at the beach.
