North Carolina waters host at least 14 shark species, varying by region and season. Bull sharks cause most local bites due to size, aggression and fresh water access. Avoid shark encounters by ...

What makes a great beach town? First, there’s the beach itself: There must be wide, sandy shores with sparkling water and plenty of shells, of course. Every beach town needs a handful of mom-and-pop ...

Sunset Beach in North Carolina is known for its wide and healthy beach, which contrasts with other coastal towns struggling with erosion. The town has no history of beach nourishment projects or ...