The 26-mile-long barrier island off the North Carolina coast is home to three charming seaside towns: North Topsail Beach, Surf City, and Topsail Beach. This destination is easily accessible by car, ...

Sunset Beach, near the South Carolina line, decided at 9:40 p.m. to close the only bridge to the Brunswick County island.

Several area fishing piers, restaurants and docks livestream from cameras that allow you to view live conditions.