Bald Head Island: North end of Sandspur Trail off of South Bald Head Wynd

This public beach access point on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, sits at the north end of the Sandspur Trail, just off South Bald Head Wynd. It lies about a mile from the center of the island community of Bald Head Island, which manages the access. For the most comfortable beach weather, aim for late spring or early fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show May highs around 83°F and October highs near 79°F, while July climbs to about 92°F. Several short trails are close by if you want to pair a beach visit with a walk. The Sabal Palm Trail is about 0.7 miles away, the Dowitcher and Dogwood trails are each roughly 0.9 miles off, and the Fort Holmes Trail is about a mile from the access.