Topsail Island, NC

Travel Guide

One of my favorite shots from the trip, and currently my wallpaper.
The Kenneth L Batts park has a new walkway on the island that extends across the marsh and to the intracoastal waterway. It is a perfect place to walk out and see the sunset.
Drone shot over the south end of Topsail Island.
I am truly in love with aerial straight down shots. Every time I take my drone up I see something with new eyes.
We had amazing sunsets the first two nights, and then 5 days of rain in a row.

Where to stay in Topsail Island

sunrise on the beach

Ocean City Beach

While visiting Ocean City Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Surf City Beach and Sea Haven Beach.

Ocean City Beach
Boats moored in Silver Lake Harbor at sunset, with a pier extending into the calm water, under a gradient evening sky in Ocracoke, North Carolina.

Cape Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cape Island and surrounding area, you can visit North Topsail Beach and North Shore Golf Course.

Cape Island
Sunset on Bogue Sound with brilliant orange purple red American flag and men in boat

Ocean Sound Village

If you're spending some time in Ocean Sound Village, North Topsail Beach and Surf City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Sound Village
Outer Banks, North Carolina beach panorama. Sky, ocean, beach, and vacation rentals. Horizontal.

Village of Stump Sound

While there might not be top attractions in Village of Stump Sound, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Permuda Island and Moll Island.

Village of Stump Sound
Cape Lookout Lighthouse Core Banks South Carolina Waterfront

Rogers Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Rogers Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ashe Island and Sea Haven Beach.

Rogers Bay
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Island Oaks

Island Oaks might not have many top sights, but Sloop Point Plantation and Ohana Paddle Sports are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Island Oaks
Loggerhead Inn & Suites

Loggerhead Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
622 N New River Dr Holly Ridge NC
The price is ₩137,245 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
₩137,245
₩186,839 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Surf City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi and Inis Spa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
very nice!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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Saltwater Suites

Saltwater Suites

2.5 out of 5
605 N Topsail Dr Holly Ridge NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Surf City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 beach bars. Popular attractions Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi ...
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Popular places to visit

Another beautiful sunrise on the coast of North Carolina.

North Topsail Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Topsail Beach during your trip to North Topsail Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

North Topsail Beach
I may have uploaded a few from here. It's because I always love coming here right before sunrise and watching the waves come in. Today it was very calm. I was able to get a very dark mood with the rainclouds in the background.

Surf City Pier

4.5/5(109 reviews)

After visiting Surf City Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Surf City Pier
Sunrise at Seaview Pier on North Topsail Island North Carolina.

Seaview Pier

4.5/5(47 reviews)

After visiting Seaview Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Seaview Pier

Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi during your travels to Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi

Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach

Catch an event at Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach during your trip to Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach

Ashe Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ashe Island during your travels in North Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Ashe Island

Cities near Topsail Island

View of the Santa Monica beach

Surf City

Beautiful sunny morning

Holly Ridge

Topsail island offers a lot to the tourist looking for a quieter beach experience. Everything from kayaking, pier fishing, sun bathing, surfing, great seafood, shopping, you know...the normal beach stuff, but topsail is different. Hard to explain, but many people I talk to speak of how they have been coming for decades, and it's they prefer here over any other beach trip destination. New visitors say this place is unique and wonderful. If you want a place to unwind, have a care free vacation, this is your place.

North Topsail Beach

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