How do I get to the beach?
Access #1 is on Buffell Head between Old Squaw and Sprigtail
streets.
Access #2 is on Buffell Head between Canvasback & Wood Duck
streets. It's handicapped accessible.
Access #3 is on Buffell Head between Pintail & Widgeon
streets.
Help us protect the dunes by using the designated walkways and stairs to the beach. Please keep off the dunes!
Dogs on the beach
While the ocean beaches in Duck are considered to be dog-friendly, there is a Town ordinance that says dogs on the beach must be under 'immediate control' of their owner. According to the ordinance, 'immediate control' means the animal is within sight and sound of the owner and responds to audible commands of the owner.
Dog owners are asked to be sensitive to all people on the beach who are near them and to keep their pet under control so that everyone can equally enjoy the beach.
The Town also has an ordinance that requires dog owners to pick up any dog feces on the beach and dispose of it. No owner is allowed to bury feces in the sand.
Anybody on the beach who is concerned with a violation of these ordinances may contact the life guard (if one is on duty) or the Duck police.
For swimmer safety
Carolina Dunes is very fortunate to have outstanding lifeguard
service. However, the ocean is still a dangerous environment
without common sense precautions.
Lifeguards are stationed at Access #1 from May 1 through
October 1, 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Red flags posted along the dunes mean “No Swimming!” because
of dangerous rip tides or surf. Please observe!
Keep an eye on your children at all times. Rip tides can be
present even when the ocean looks calm.
Please help us preserve our precious environment
Keep our beach and community litter free (USE THE TRASH CANS and
RECYCLING CANS PROVIDED).
In-season trash pickup is early AM (usually before 9 AM) on Monday
and Friday.
Recycling pickup is only on Monday AM.
After Labor Day and before Memorial Day trash pickup is on Monday
only.
Trucks are automated and will not pick up any items left outside the
cans. ONLY TRASH AND RECYCLING MATERIALS THAT ARE IN THE CANS WILL
BE PICKED UP.
Put your cans out the evening BEFORE pickup.
Please bring the cans in under the house after pick-up. This is also for safety so that fire
and EMS trucks have clear access on our streets.
Fire safety
Use of any and all fireworks is illegal, regardless of where you
purchased them. You can be subject to a fine and mandatory court
appearance if you use fireworks anywhere in Duck, including on
the beach.
Beach fires are also prohibited.
Do not leave grills unattended and please – do not grill on the
decks! Sparks fly in the wind even after coals appear to be
cooled.
Do not park on the streets. Cars block access by fire and EMS
personnel in emergencies.
In recent years, several houses have burned because of sparks
flying from beach fires, fireworks, and grills. Please respect
and protect all the homes in our community.
Duck Road Trail
To avoid car accidents, please enter Duck Road carefully. Runners
and bicyclists will not be looking for you and often don’t stop
at intersections.
Town of Duck Park
Performances and activities are free from April – October. Stop
at the Fire-Police station on Duck Road and pick-up the current
schedules. For more information on the Town of Duck's
services, activities, and regulations,
visit http://www.townofduck.com
Emergency Numbers
Fire, police, fireworks, or medical emergencies: Call 911
Police non-emergencies: Call 252-473-3444
Fire non-emergencies: Call 252-261-3929