Access #2 – Eastern Regional Access — Local services in Emerald Isle

Wonderful beach that offers a relaxing family environment to kick back, enjoy the views, clear your mind, cuddle with your sweetheart or have fun with your pet. The water is warm & clear enough to see what's in it. The beachgoers were not rowdy, loud or rambunctious nor was there alot of open drinking. We drove from Georgia to marvel in one of many God's creations & it was well worth the drive. There is a $10 fee to park; however you can reenter, should you need to leave without paying again. The sand was nice & easy to wash off at the showers at the entry...

Parking is free Monday through Thursday. Additionally, you have to pay on holidays and weekends. The beach is legitimately clean and water is very nice and clear. You can fish swimming at your feet and small schools swimming in the waves. I was here 10 years ago and remember it being slightly different. I would rate a 5th start, but the restroom facility is a little smelly for a beach that...

There were 7 cars PARKED (no one in them) in the loading zone at baggage. I was picking my Mother up. I parked in short term handicap area in the lot across and paid to park as required. I watched two business suits and one young couple take vehicles from the "no parking ". I would have much more respect for the airport if they enforced the "no parking " "no...