Things To Do In Holden Beach

The best shelling happens right after sunrise, especially the morning after a full moon tide.

Fewer crowds and consistently good pompano and whiting fishing on the island's quiet west end.

Because Holden Beach faces south, the best sunsets are over the marsh — best seen from the water.

Calm, protected paddling with a good chance of spotting dolphins, herons and fiddler crabs.

Early morning and just before sunset, the sound side goes flat calm — ideal for beginners.

A modest but consistent break forms near the fishing pier on the right swell direction.

Several courses are a short drive away in Shallotte and Supply for an early tee time.

Cruising the island by golf cart (or bike) is the default way to get around — and half the fun.

Wide, gently sloping sand makes Holden Beach easy for building, digging and low-tide tide pools.

A free, wide-open marsh view that's become one of the island's most popular sunset spots.