Atlantic Beach Town Park

915 W Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC

Hours

The Atlantic Beach Town Park is open daily 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. Splashpad, mini-golf, and skate park hours may vary. Check their website for updates.

Cost

While visiting Atlantic Beach Town Park is free, here are some costs you may incur:

  • Miniature Golf: $6 per person. Those six and under are free
  • Picnic Pavilion: $25 for four hours.

Prices are subject to change; check their website for updates

About

If you're looking for an attraction that offers a variety of outdoor activities for all ages, visit Atlantic Beach Town Park.

This vacation hotspot features a splash pad, skate park, and miniature golf, among other amenities. Its easygoing atmosphere makes it an inviting place to unwind, try something new, or hang out together.

The Atlantic Beach Town Park, which opened in 2017, blends nostalgia with modern amenities. You'll find a picnic shelter, restroom facilities, and a concession stand. But what really makes this facility attractive is that aside from the mini-golf, it's free! And the cost for playing putt-putt is only $6, while those under six play for free.

As if that's not incentive enough to visit, its central location puts it close to other top attractions to explore. For instance, start your day by perusing Fort Macon State Park and its trails and beach, and then head to the Town Park.

Also nearby is the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and the Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. With so much to see and do, your biggest challenge will be deciding where to begin!

Whether you visit to have a picnic or let the little ones enjoy the splash pad, the Atlantic Beach Town Park will enhance your Crystal Coast getaway.

Atlantic Beach Town Park: Fun Facts & Cool Features

One popular attraction at this family-friendly destination is the Splashpad. It is 1,500 square feet and offers plenty of water play where kids dart between sprays, jets, and fountains. It's a safe setting to cool off on warm days between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

The miniature golf course will appeal to families with its nominal fees and 18 holes that wind through creative obstacles. It strikes a nice balance between skill and friendly luck, making it a hit for families, couples, or groups of friends. The compact layout lets everyone join in, whether you're a seasoned player or traveling with toddlers.

Action sports have their place, too. The skatepark welcomes both beginners and experienced riders with a solid lineup of ramps, rails, and bowls. It gives skateboarders and scooter riders a safe, dedicated space. Unlike many of the park's other attractions, it's open year-round.

If you plan to make a day of it, consider renting the 20'x20' covered picnic shelter. It features six picnic tables, trash receptacles, and is available from 8 AM to 12 PM, 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, or 5 PM to 9 PM.

You'll also find a half-court basketball area and a gaga game pit. If you're not familiar with this trending sport, it's a safer version of the schoolyard dodgeball game. And if you don't have a gaga ball, you can rent one from the concession stand.

After your family burns calories playing, you're never far from food and drinks. Restaurants like Venice Italian Kitchen and Table 9 Seafood Restaurant will satisfy any hunger and quench your thirst. Another option is to rent the pavilion and bring your food to the park. 

Atlantic Beach Town Park adds variety to your AB getaway, bringing laughter, activity, and convenient relaxation together in one place.

Local Tips

  • There is also a playground to explore.
  • All skaters and riders are required to wear helmets, elbow pads, and knee pads.
  • Water shoes help protect your feet on the Splashpad's surface.
  • The park sees fewer visitors on weekday afternoons.
  • Check for special events and hours on its social media.

Location

915 W Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

Atlantic Beach, NC is a popular drive-to destination just off the Coastal Highway running along the state’s Outer Banks. There are access points to the barrier island at Morehead City, from NC-24 to the Atlantic Beach Causeway on the eastern end, and Cape Carteret on the western side into Emerald Isle. NC-58 runs along the entire barrier island.

The closest airport to Atlantic Beach, NC is the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) located in New Bern, NC about an hour away. Presently, only American Airlines and Breeze Airways provide flight services in/out of New Bern via select limited destinations.

Additional nearby airports in the area include Wilmington International Airport (ILM) about 2 hours away, as well as Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and Norfolk International (ORF), each approximately 3 – 4 hours by car.

The weather is generally warm in Atlantic Beach, with temperatures varying from upper 80s in the summer to low 40s in the winter. Summer visitors can anticipate more humidity from about July – late August, while Spring and Fall offer the best times of the year to visit for outdoor warm-weather fun. Of additional note, turtle nesting season along the Bogue Banks runs from May thru October, with hatchlings appearing about 50-60 days after a nest is made.

There are plenty of events throughout the year on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, from holiday lights to summer fireworks, fishing tournaments, music festivals, kites, and seafood fests. Many of the main events in and around Atlantic Beach include:

  • Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament (June)
  • Atlantic Beach Beach Music Festival (mid-May)
  • Atlantic Beach King Mackeral Tournament (October)
  • Carolina Kite Fest (October)
  • North Carolina Seafood Fest (First full-weekend in October)

Beach driving is allowed in Atlantic Beach from October through mid-March, but only with a permit. ATVs are not allowed on the beach at any time. More information on beach driving permits for Atlantic Beach can be found at: https://atlanticbeach-nc.com/beachdrivingpermits/

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