Holden Beach: 389.5 Ocean Blvd West
About
Holden Beach: 389.5 Ocean Blvd West is a public beach access point on the North Carolina coast, about 1.6 miles from the town of Holden Beach. It offers parking, making it a straightforward spot to pull in and reach the sand. Late spring and early fall tend to be the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from the nearby Shallotte weather station show May highs around 78°F and September highs around 82°F, with midsummer highs climbing into the mid-80s. For a change of pace from the shore, the Ocean Isle Beach Nature Trail lies about 6 miles away, and Running Brook Trail Northeast is roughly 9 miles off.
Beach Details
Parking
Street / roadside
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Holden Beach: 389.5 Ocean Blvd West
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 65–84°F and lows of 44–69°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Shallotte Ag, NC weather station, 5.7 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan56° high36° low
- Feb58° high39° low
- Mar65° high44° low
- Apr72° high53° low
- May78° high62° low
- Jun84° high69° low
- Jul87° high73° low
- Aug86° high72° low
- Sep82° high67° low
- Oct74° high56° low
- Nov65° high45° low
- Dec59° high39° low
Nearby
- Ocean Isle Beach Nature TrailHiking6 mi
- Running Brook Trail NortheastHiking9.4 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
