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Stump Sound, North Carolina, United States
North Topsail Beach - Shipwatch (S30E)
North Topsail Beach at Shipwatch provides Atlantic Ocean swimming with moderate conditions and gradual depth changes suitable for families. This beach access offers typical barrier island swimming with sandy bottom. Arrive early on summer weekends as parking fills quickly.

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North Topsail Beach - Shipwatch (S30E)
34.5200, -77.3585
Details
- Location
- Stump Sound, North Carolina, United States
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Coordinates
- 34.5200, -77.3585