Main Content

Blogs

Figure Eight Island

On a clear day, it looks as though Figure Eight Island is just an extension of its neighbor to the south, Wrightsville Beach. Separated only by the sometimes-feisty waters of Mason's Inlet, the gated, private island is actually a world away...

Read more

Wrightsville Beach Biathlon 2013

The Fourth Annual Wrightsville Beach Biathlon will take place on Saturday March 23rd, 2013. Hosted by the Blockade Runner Resort, the event combines a 4-mile beach run with a challenging SUP course. With the option of participating in a rel...

Read more

Kayaking In and Around Wrightsville Beach, NC

Kayaking enthusiasts of all skill levels will certainly find just what they’re looking for at Wrightsville Beach. For ocean kayakers, the pristine waters of the Atlantic are easily accessible from the island’s 4-mile stretch of beach. D...

Read more

Valentine’s Day in Wrightsville Beach

If you're on a quest to find the perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day (February 14th) with your sweetie, Wrightsville Beach is definitely the place. As soon as you cross the drawbridge, it is obvious that the island location alone makes...

Read more

4th Annual Quintiles Wrightsville Beach Marathon

Runners from around the southeast are gearing up for the Quintiles Wrightsville Beach Marathon, which will take place on Sunday, March 17th, 2013. The action-packed weekend gets underway on Friday, March 15th. That’s when registered runne...

Read more