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Kure Beach is a quiet, small beach town on Pleasure Island, south of Carolina Beach in the Wilmington area. The beach faces southeast toward the Atlantic. Kure Beach is known for its family-friendly and laid-back atmosphere, its historic fishing pier and proximity to Fort Fisher State Historic Site. Kitesurfing is practiced on the ocean beach when wind conditions are favorable. The town is less touristy than Wrightsville Beach, offering more tranquility.
Atlantic ocean waves with SE to NE swells. Moderate shore break. Sandy bottom. The beach faces southeast, receiving dominant swells well. Good conditions in NE to S side-shore winds. Beach is less crowded than spots further north.
Intermediate
Open all year round
Rip currents possible. Shore break can be strong. Stingrays. Jellyfish in summer. Fishing pier proximity — ride at a distance. Swimming zone in summer. Afternoon thunderstorms possible in summer.
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