intermediate
Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, United States
Masonboro Island (S48)
Masonboro Island's S48 access point offers ocean swimming with moderate conditions and clear Atlantic waters popular with intermediate swimmers. This undeveloped barrier island provides a more natural, less crowded experience than developed beaches. Plan ahead and check tide schedules, as access can be limited and the barrier island requires careful navigation.

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Masonboro Island (S48)
34.1835, -77.8175
Details
- Location
- Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, United States
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- intermediate
- Coordinates
- 34.1835, -77.8175