Delightful Parks And Playgrounds Near Sunset Beach
Every time we travel we really like to know where the local parks and playgrounds are located! Sometimes kids just need to swing and climb, and adults might be searching for a pretty place to run or take a walk.
Here is a list of parks and playgrounds on and around Sunset Beach!
Sunset Beach Park
206 Sunset Blvd N, Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Situated on the Intracoastal Waterway, the Sunset Beach park is the perfect place to watch boats float by or visit the Veteran’s Memorial. Ideal for a walk with your (leashed) dog, there is even a pet fountain near the restrooms! Dotted with beautiful oak trees, this park is known for its porch-type swings along the shoreline. The park often hosts events like concerts and the Summer Market (Thursdays from May to October).
Amenities include restrooms, fishing piers, kayak launch, walking trails, benches.
Shallotte Township Park (and Dog Park)
5550 Main Street, Shallotte, NC 28459
Shallotte Park has a playground, tennis courts, a pickleball court, and restrooms. It also has a dog park where your dog can safely run and play without any leash restrictions.
Mulberry Street Park
123 Mulberry St, Shallotte, NC 28470
Just opened in spring of 2016, this little park features a playground, ampitheater, walking trails and community garden. The playground is fenced so it’s perfect for little ones.
Carl Bazemore Bird Walk
If you are hoping for an alligator sighting, try the Carl Bazemore Bird Walk! Visitors report seeing not only alligators but also turtles, little lizards and of course, an assortment of birds. There is no playground here but there is a safe path for walking or running.
Ocean Isle Beach Park & Playground
6483 Old Georgetown Rd, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Ocean Isle Beach Park features tennis courts, two playgrounds, and a restroom facility. Visitors report that this is a great place to make new little friends, and everyone is very excited that the park is receiving a huge upgrade in the form of more facilities and even a dog park (hopefully to be completed summer 2019).
The Swamp Park
5550 Watts Road, Ocean Isle Beach NC, 28469
According to their website, “This ain’t your neighborhood jungle gym”. This is an Aerial Adventure Park with ziplines, and they even have guided swamp buggy tours. This is certainly more of an excursion (and expense) than the other parks on our list, but we wanted to list it as a great outdoor option for the family.
Calabash Town Park
868 Persimmon Rd SW, Calabash, NC 28467
This adorable park is often the scene of summer concerts.
Amenities include a large picnic shelter, a grill, restroom facilities, a children's play area with slides and swings, horseshoes, shuffleboard and bocce ball.
Here is a quick list of necessities that will make your trip to the park more enjoyable!
- Picnic or snacks
- Water bottles
- Sunscreen and/or bug spray
- Sports equipment (basketball, volleyball, etc)
- Trucks and toys for little ones to send down the slides
- Wet wipes and bandaids
All Brunswick County Parks are now Tobacco Free, which includes e-cigs and vapor products.
Park hours are based on Daylight Savings Time, so in the summer months the Parks are open 8am until 10pm, in the winter months, 8am until 9pm.
Take your family to the park today!
