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Emerald Isle: Shorerush Dr

North Carolina

About

Emerald Isle: Shorerush Dr is a public beach access point in the town of Emerald Isle, North Carolina, which manages it. The access sits about 0.7 miles from the center of Emerald Isle. For a beach visit, the warmest stretch runs from June through September, when typical highs at a nearby weather station reach about 84 to 87°F, with lows near 70°F in July and August. Late spring and early fall are milder, with May averaging highs around 78°F and October around 74°F. Close by, Cedar Point Campground offers saltwater fishing about 3 miles away, and the Cedar Point Tidelands trail is about 3.4 miles off. Paddlers can head to the Bear Island Trail, roughly 5 miles away, while the Patsy Pond Green Loop sits about 6 miles from the access.

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.

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Location

Emerald Isle: Shorerush Dr

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, 12 mi away. High / low in °F.

  1. Jan54° high34° low
  2. Feb57° high36° low
  3. Mar63° high41° low
  4. Apr71° high50° low
  5. May78° high59° low
  6. Jun84° high67° low
  7. Jul87° high71° low
  8. Aug87° high70° low
  9. Sep82° high65° low
  10. Oct74° high54° low
  11. Nov65° high43° low
  12. Dec59° high37° low

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020

Where it is

Nearest town
Emerald Isle, North Carolina · 0.7 mi

Source: USGS GNIS populated places

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