SOUTHEAST N.C. — Warmer weather is hopefully just around the corner and that means it’s almost time to hit the beaches — but don’t forget your wallet (or smartphone) because paid parking is upon us.
In the Town of Wrightsville Beach, paid parking begins once again on March 1.
“Paid parking is in effect from March 1st through October 31st except where otherwise posted. Parking rates are $3.00 per hour or $17 per day. Parking is enforced from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (7 days a week),” according to the town.
Paid Parking will be enforced from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the following parking lots:
- South Lumina Parking Lot (near the Oceanic Restaurant – public beach access 36)
- East & West Salisbury Street Parking Lots (adjacent to Johnny Mercer’s Pier – public beach access 16)
- North Lumina Parking Lot (“L” shaped lot – public beach access 4)
- North Wrightsville Beach Parking Lot (adjacent to Shell Island – public beach access 2)
- Wynn Plaza – Paid parking will be enforced from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
Carolina Beach
For visitors to the south, Carolina Beach paid parking does not begin until April 1 — but enforcement is quite a bit longer than Wrightsville Beach.
“Parking is enforced beginning April 1st continuing through October 31st. During this time paid parking is in effect from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.seven days a week,” according to the town’s parking website.
Kure Beach
For the budget conscious beachgoer, Kure Beach offers year-round free parking.
