Emerald Isle: West Landing

Emerald Isle: West Landing is a public beach access point in the town of Emerald Isle, North Carolina, which manages it. The access sits about 2 miles from the center of town, giving a direct way onto the beach along this stretch of the North Carolina coast. For beach weather, summer is the warmest stretch. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show July and August highs around 87°F with lows near 70°F, while May and October are milder, with highs of about 78°F and 74°F. If you want to pair a beach visit with time on a trail or the water, the Patsy Pond Green Loop is about 4 miles away. Cedar Point Campground, roughly 5 miles off, is a saltwater fishing spot. Farther out, the Cedar Point Tidelands trail is about 5 miles away and the Bear Island Trail paddling route is close to 8 miles away.