10 Best Beach Towns in North Carolina

"A long public pier popular for fishing and shoreline views; the town surrounding it is noted as dog-friendly, with owners saying, 'Dogs are welcome, on a leash, anytime,' and locals recommending both casual beach days and seasonal visits in spring or fall for milder weather and impressive sunrises and sunsets." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines