1. Zipline and Aerial Adventure Parks
Whizz into the canopy like Tarzan on an incredible zipline tour of Ocean Isle. It feels like flying when you glide over the swamp and its deer, raccoons, owls and wild boar. Learn about the natural habitat as you climb 100 year old cypress trees and scoot down over a mile of cable.
2. Museum Of Coastal Carolina
The museums of Coastal Carolina, Ingram Planetarium and The Children's Museum of Wilmington can all be accessed half price with an entry ticket to any other museum. The Coastal Gallery features artwork by Nathan Beard, who vacations on Oak Island every summer. Check out the museum's 'Shipwrecks' exhibit and 700-gallon aquarium.
3. Shallotte River Swamp Park
Take an eco-tour through the swamp and learn about the wildlife that lives here, ranging from owls to alligators, as you glide along on your fifty minute boat trip. This nicely compliments the aerial adventures through the park.
4. Bird Island
Perfect sandy beaches and rolling natural dunes fill your vision as you approach this 1200 acre state nature reserve. Share its stunning salt marshes and tidal creeks with the animals who inhabit the sanctuary as you boat, hike or beachcomb on the island. Learn with the scientists through various educational activities.
5. Holden Beach
Holden Beach was named Best Family Beach in the US by American Profile Magazine. A bridge connecting the mainland to the beach advances 65 feet into the air, offering stunning views of the island. Rent kayaks, boogie boards, bicycles and grills by the day or the week, and kick back in your newfound coastal paradise.
