A recent 10Best Readers' Choice survey named the top 10 beach picks in N.C. It included some of the beaches closest to.

Which North Carolina beach is best for you and your family? Use our guide to help you decide where to put your umbrella and ...

This beach town just south of Wilmington rivals the Outer Banks—with fewer crowds, better eats, and plenty of fun things to ...

Part of the 85-mile barrier island that’s affectionately known as the Crystal Coast or the Southern Outer Banks, Emerald Isle ...

Just don’t forget to get your North Carolina fishing license ... There are many sidewalks, nature trails, and bike paths throughout Emerald Isle. Like many beach towns, it can also be traversed ...

Morganton is a great place to use as a home base while you explore some of the nearby hiking trails. Pisgah National Forest, ...

Just don’t forget to get your North Carolina fishing license ... There are many sidewalks, nature trails, and bike paths throughout Emerald Isle. Like many beach towns, it can also be traversed ...

Some people swear they'd have more luck on a treasure hunt than finding a beach vacation that doesn’t break the bank. But ...

Readers can vote daily for their favorite North Carolina beach until May 19 ... Wildlife lovers can set off along the Oak Island Nature Center to search for native birds and mammals, while ...