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13th Street Beach Access
13th Street
Emerald Isle, NC
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The Town of Emerald Isle, on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina has over 75 Beach Accesses scattered along 16 miles of oceanfront beaches. At some you will find parking, wooden walkways, public restrooms and handicapped accessible facilities. Others are more primitive and offer only a quiet sand path through the dunes leading you to the Atlantic Ocean. Just over the sand dunes you will find the wide, sandy beaches for which the Crystal Coast of NC is famous. On the beaches of Emerald Isle there are beautiful seashells, ghost crabs, and sometimes a sea turtle. Please feel free to take the shells or a little sand, but if you come across a turtle or other wildlife including coastal plant life, kindly keep your distance as to not disturb. The most impressive feature of the beach is of course, the vast Atlantic Ocean. The Atlantic Ocean is absolutely beautiful but can also be dangerous if not respected. Whenever venturing into the water we recommend that you always use the "Buddy System" which means, Always Swim With a Friend. We also recommend that you Swim Near a Lifeguard and beware of possible hazards like rip currents or underwater objects in the surf. Use the Coastal Locator to find the Emerald Isle Beach Access closest to your rental cottage or hotel that meets all of your needs. Have fun and don’t forget the sunscreen and maybe a fishing pole or boogie board to ride the waves.
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Operation & Hours:
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Open All Year, Open 24 Hours A Day, 7 Days A Week
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Considerations for the Handicapped:
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Handicapped Accessible Facility
(No), Handicap Accessible Restrooms
(No), Seeing Eye Dogs Allowed
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Restroom Facilities:
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No Public Facilities
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Parking Information:
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No Parking
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Security & Safety:
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Police Patrol, Ocean Rescue Beach Patrol
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Access Information:
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Ocean Access, Main Body of Water:
(Atlantic Ocean)
, Sandy Beach, Walking Distance
(Short), Walkway With Steps, Observation Deck, Red Flags Means No Swimming, Trash Receptacle, Lighted, Fishing Allowed
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Pet Information:
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Leash Required All Year
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Beach Driving Rules & Information:
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No Open Containers Of Alcohol In Vehicles, All Vehicles & Drivers Must Observe All Licensing Requirements, Do Not Stop On Or Block Ramps Or Access Points, Enter & Leave The Beach Only At Designated Ramps Or Access Points, Drive Only Between The Foot Of The Dunes & The Ocean, Unless Marked Otherwise, Observe Speed Limit 15-20 Mph Is Recommended; Slow Down Around People, Pets & Wildlife, Watch For Children & Fishing Lines, Please Avoid Damaging Vegetation, No Reckless Driving, Defacing The Beach, Etc.
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Tips & Hints For Beach Driving :
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Use Only A Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle, Lower The Pressure In All Tires To Around 20 Psi., Check The Weather Forecast And Tide Tables, Sections Of The Beach Can Be Cut Off By High Tides, Avoid Getting Too Close To The Water, If Tires Start To Spin Back Up In Tire Tracks For Several Car Lengths Then Accelerate Slowly Forward, If Tires Continue To Spin Additional Deflation May Be Needed, Rangers Will Assist But Are Not Permitted To Pull Or Tow Vehicles, To Report Emergencies Call 9-1-1, Being Stuck Is Not An Emergency Unless There Is A Life-Threatening Situation In Progress, It Is Recommended That Vehicles Be Washed After Each Outing
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Recommended Equipment To Carry For Beach Driving:
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Litter Bags, Cell Phone, Beach Towing Service Telephone Number, Tire Pressure Gauge, Small Shovel, Spare Tire, Jack, Jack Support, 2’ Wood Plank At Least 2” Thick And 8” Wide, Tow Rope (At Least 18’ Long With A Load Strength Of 5000 Pounds Or Greater), Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Flashlight, Tide Table
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Recommendations For Your Day:
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Beach Towels, Sunscreen, Insect Repellant, Cooler, Ice, Drinking Water & Beverages, Snacks, Food
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Recommended Attire:
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Sandals, Change Of Clothes, Hats, Swimwear, Wet Suits
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Items To Consider:
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Beach Chairs, Binoculars, Cameras, Dry Bags, Fishing Equipment, Life Vest, Portable Radio, Umbrellas, Video Camera, Watch, Weather Radio, Alcoholic Beverages, Please Check Local & State Ordinances For Alcohol Policies, Please Do Not Drink & Drive
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