Emerald Isle: Ocean Dr. and Lee Ave.
About
Emerald Isle: Ocean Dr. and Lee Ave. is a public beach access point in North Carolina, about half a mile from the town of Emerald Isle. It is a straightforward way onto the sand, and the town's name makes it easy to find. For comfortable weather, late spring and early fall are the best bets. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show May highs around 78°F and September highs around 82°F, while July and August average highs near 87°F. Several other spots sit within a short drive. Cedar Point Campground, about 4 miles away, offers saltwater fishing. The Cedar Point Tidelands Nrt and its A section are both about 4 miles off for hiking. Paddlers can head to Bear Island Trail, roughly 6 miles away.
Beach Details
Parking
None at the access
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Emerald Isle: Ocean Dr. and Lee Ave.
North Carolina
Data: North Carolina Division of Coastal Management, public beach access sites. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Mar–Jun. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 63–84°F and lows of 41–67°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Newport/Morehead City Wfo, NC weather station, 11 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan54° high34° low
- Feb57° high36° low
- Mar63° high41° low
- Apr71° high50° low
- May78° high59° low
- Jun84° high67° low
- Jul87° high71° low
- Aug87° high70° low
- Sep82° high65° low
- Oct74° high54° low
- Nov65° high43° low
- Dec59° high37° low
Nearby
- Cedar Point CampgroundSaltwater fishing3.9 mi
- Cedar Point Tidelands NrtHiking4.1 mi
- Cedar Point Tidelands Nrt AHiking4.2 mi
- PATSY POND GREEN LOOPHiking5.1 mi
- PATSY POND ORANGE LOOPHiking5.3 mi
- Blue TrailHiking5.3 mi
- PATSY POND BLUE LOOPHiking5.3 mi
- Bear Island TrailCanoeing6.3 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
