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Swimming at Bear Island Swansboro NC

When warm weather arrives on the coast of Eastern North Carolina, thoughts turn to the beach and swimming. Who can resist a day of sun, surf and sand? Bear Island Swansboro NC

Hammocks Beach State Park located on Bear Island in Swansboro ,North Carolina is a three mile stretch of one of the most unspoiled beaches on the Atlantic Coast. The island is accessible only by private boat or passenger ferry.

Bear Island’s beautiful crystal, blue/green waters provide an extraordinary opportunity for swimming, wading or simply enjoying the beauty of the surf.

The beach is wide and uncrowded, the sand white and clean. The tidal pools that collect on the beach provide ideal “kiddie” pools for small children.

Pack a picnic and all your gear because the island is free of commercialism. There is no place to buy suntan lotion, sand toys, food or drink.

For a fun day of swimming, relaxation and seclusion in a pristine, natural setting..... Bear Island at Hammock's Beach cannot be surpassed.

Of course, there is shelling, strolling on the beach, fishing, bird watching and boating too.

Fees/Admission:

Adults - $5.00

Seniors - $3.00

Children 6-12 yrs. - $3.00

Children under 6 - Free

Ferry Schedule:

May through October the 25 minute trip - Departs every half hour from the mainland from 9:30 A.M to 4:30 P.M and every hour from the island to the mainland beginning at 10 A.M

May – Friday thru Sunday

June – Wednesday thru Sunday

Memorial Day thru Labor Day – 7 days per week

September thru Oct – Wednesday thru Sunday

November thru April – No service

If you are relocating to Camp Lejeune Marine Base, New River Air Station or any area of Onslow County, North Carolina; you are in for a treat. The weather is great, the beaches are beautiful, the people are friendly and there is an abundance of outdoor activities for you and your family.

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Posted by Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist on 03/05/2008 07:19 AM

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20 Comments on Swimming at Bear Island Swansboro NC

MAR

2008

Cynthia, Looks like a beautiful place to spend the day. Are there some nice hotels nearby?

Cynthia, Your beach sounds just delightful AND uncrowded! And I love ferry rides, a perfect combo. I know many of us can't wait for the warmer weather.

Cynthia you are making me wish even harder for spring. It would be nice to go to the beach about now ;)

Hello Cait,
Yes, there is one! Remember this is a very small town, there are larger beaches with more motels pretty close by too. Thanks.

Hi Carole,
This is a great beach if you like to really get away from the crowds and commercialism. I'm ready for Spring too.

Keith,
We had a pretty warm day today, high in the upper 60s. I am definitely getting spring fever.

Come on Summer! I can't believe that we're getting close to spring and we had snow here Monday and will have snow Thursday and Friday! Go figure! We can wear shorts all winter, but let it get close to spring and it snows! LOL

What a great looking beach! Makes me want to sit in that warm water and splash. You do such a great job with your localism pieces.

Hi Cynthia,

Ohhhh....just looking at that white sand and sunny skies makes me wish I was laying there soaking up some sun listening the beach sounds all around (I love listening to the sounds at a beach on a nice summer day...children playing, gulls crying, waves crashing, people talking...it's so relaxing)

thanks for giving us this little taste of summer and letting us know about a beautiful 'must-see' beach in your area.

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Cynthia, we loved the North Carolina beaches. After moving here my parents took our son to the beach down at Galveston and they were just disgusted after the clean white sand North Carolina beaches.

MAR

2008

Cynthia - Very nice photos and it really looks very relaxing and enjoyable. I always like going to Galveston for the day, but it sounds like it is not as nice as your beach. I am sure it is beautiful.

Linda,
May I second that? These warm days we're having are really making me anxious for summer. Thanks you for your kind words and support.

Hi Jo,
So do I! Is there anything more relaxing than a day on the beach? I think not.

Marchel,
Our beaches are really great, guess we're a little spoiled. I know I appreciate ours more after visiting some others. Thanks.

Hello Candy,
You must get to NC beaches and see for yourself what Marchel and I are talking about.

This is a great place. I have some great memories from there when I lived in NC before.

Cynthia, what pure, unspoiled beauty...I love learning from you about the beautiful beaches of NC and can't wait to visit them again!

Cynthia, what a beautiful area. I've never been to North Carolina. When is the best time to visit?

MAR

2008

Cynthia- I can't believe I lived in south Carolina, Fort Jackson, and never made it to the Beach. They have Myrtle Beach if I remember correctly, and looking at your photo, and reading this made me regret I never saw the beaches there. Hopefully others get over there :)

Hello Don,
When did you live in NC and where?

Diane,
I hope you can't get back down soon and soak up the sun and salt.

Hi Teri,
My favorite time is the Fall, especially October. It is still warm, the crowds are gone and it is not as humid.

Hello Kathy,
Well neither can I! Yes, there is Myrtle Beach, Kiawah Island, Isle of Palms, Folly Beach and some others. Myrtle Beach is tourist city for sure!

Ok Cynthia- I want to tell you a secret... I used your idea about the library activities in one of my last blogs, but now you have one up on me. I can't blog about beaches in Chicago in the winter in 10 degrees. My home would be blogged . I mean egged.

Cynthia~Oh how I would love to be at that beach right now. That is beautiful! You really work your heart out for your community and what a comfort that brings to your locals. You will be the one to be hired.

Cynthia - Considering our weather I am so jealous, I can't wait to get to the beach.

Hi Judy,
Shhh! It's ok, I'm flattered that you like my idea.
Brrrr! Chicago is a wonderful city with lots of advantages but weather this time of year is not one of them in my book! LOL.

Julie,
It won't be long now before we will start going to the beach and playing in the water and sand. I'm ready. Thank you.

Hi Jennifer,
There is nothing like a warm, sunny day on the beach. We're counting the days.

JUN

2008

When I was small we lived in South Carolina and went to a place called Short Stay...we had a camper and that's where I learned to swim. My dad had a hold of my bathing suit on the back and held me up while I flapped my wings lol! Fun fun fun in the sun!

JUN

2008

Sally,
Fond memories of your childhood, is there anything better? Thanks for sharing.

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