Travel Planning

Weather, Tides, Beach Cams. Plus info about Parking and what to bring.

Weather

Tide Chart

Tides courtesy of SwellInfo.com, who offer a rich information source for beach going on Wrightsville Beach. Full Site and Just the tide chart for the next week.

Beach Cam

The Blockade Runner provides a Beach Cam and a weather report for your travel planning needs. They also run a pretty good hotel - All Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours leave from the Blockade Runner dock.

Parking

Parking on Wrightsville Beach is expensive. So, it's best to car pool. The meters along Wynick directly in front of the Dock are $2 an hour. You can pay by credit card with a phone in service. Capt Joe and his Mates keep plenty of quarters in case you need change.

Shopping

There are a couple of places to pick up supplies for you trip on the island. Roberts Grocery is a long time favorite. Lighthouse Beer and Wine has a wide selection of beverages. And, there is a Harris Teeter .5 mile past the bridge on 74.

What to bring

The Shamrock is shady for your ride or tour. But, if you are getting off on Masonboro Island, be sure to bring everything you need. There are no facilities on the island. Food, drinks, towels, sunscreen, shade - everything you need for a day at the beach. Shoes - not flipFlops -are recommended for Masonboro Island.