Sunset Beach, North Carolina
LOCATED 44 MILES SOUTH- west of Wilmington, Sunset Beach, North Carolina, remains one of the last working beach communities in the area. Te majority of the town’s residents still make their living by fishing, shrimping and crabbing in the fertile waters that surround the village. Tey also are famous for the custom, handmade fishing nets they produce and sell around the world. For many years, Sunset Beach
was known only as a minor tour- ist destination, its wide, powder- sand beaches drawing visitors in small numbers from around North Carolina. Somehow the beauty of the town remained a secret from the rest of the world. But recently, Sunset Beach has gained favor as a retirement destination. Because of its easygoing lifestyle, multitude of recreational activities and proxim- ity to larger cities, Sunset Beach is drawing interest from across the
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Nearest Hospital: J. Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital-Southport
Nearest Major Airport: Myrtle Beach International Airport
Sunset Beach Info: Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
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United States. Sunset Beach’s isolation from the
rest of the world for years was en- hanced by the fact that the only ac- cess to the barrier island was across a pontoon bridge that straddled the Intracoastal Waterway. Te wooden, one-lane structure caused traffic problems for motorists entering and leaving the island but also added
“A favorite activity for
residents and tourists alike is a visit to Bird Island. ...”
to the town’s charm and laid-back lifestyle.
Tat all changed, however, with the completion of a modern, high- rise bridge in 2010. A favorite activity for residents
and tourists alike is a visit to Bird Island, an undeveloped barrier island, home to a large variety of wildlife and located at the west end of Sunset Beach. Many indigenous species live on the island, some of which are endangered, almost completely isolated from man. Te island provides a clear window to the past, offering visitors a glimpse back into time, before the islands along the coast were lined with condominium developments and high-rise hotels. Many quaint coastal communi- ties and larger cities are within easy driving distance of Sunset Beach, offering world-class golf, shopping, sightseeing, fishing and dining op- tions. Calabash, the world-famous “Seafood Capital of the World,” is only five minutes away. For those seeking a bit more excitement, it takes less than an hour to drive to Myrtle Beach.
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