Bald Head Island

Travel Guide

Lighthouse nicknamed "Old Baldy" on Bald Head Island, North Carolina
Couple on beach.
Couple on beach.
Coastal community.
Aerial view of houses and ocean at Bald Head Island, North Carolina

Where to stay in Bald Head Island

Beach Sunrise

South Beach

South Beach might not have many top sights, but Bay Beach and Oak Island Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Beach
Cape Fear Botanical Gardens, Fayetteville, North Carolina

Cape Fear Station

Cape Fear Station might not have many top sights, but Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cape Fear Station
Summer Beach Scenes - Bald Head Island North Carolina

Middle Island Plantation

Middle Island Plantation might not have many top sights, but Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Middle Island Plantation
Aerial view of Caswell Beach and lighthouse

Flora's Bluff

Though Flora's Bluff may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bay Beach and Oak Island Lighthouse.

Flora's Bluff
Southport North Carolina sunset

East Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach.

East Beach
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The Hammocks

While The Hammocks isn't home to many top sights, Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

The Hammocks
Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this cottage in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, tennis courts and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
10/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
Moonshine on Bald Head Island is a perfect place to rest your head and recharge!! Super cozy and beautiful. Hugh was fantastic to work with.

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina
Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina

Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this apartment in Bald Head Island. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Smith Island Museum of History and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
We enjoyed our first weekend at Bald Head Island in this cute cottage! It was clean and perfect for our stay! Very easy to get to once off the ferry! Golf cart was very useful in touring the island!

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina
Howards Haven

Howards Haven

Bald Head Island NC
Fully refundable
The price is HK$4,112 per night from 28 May to 29 May
HK$4,112
HK$8,275 total
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach villa in Bald Head Island. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Great location and exactly as described! Watched the alligators and golf from the back deck, and only a minute walk to the beach. We would stay again!

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Howards Haven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this cottage in Bald Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, tennis courts and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
10/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
Moonshine on Bald Head Island is a perfect place to rest your head and recharge!! Super cozy and beautiful. Hugh was fantastic to work with.

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina
Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina

Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this apartment in Bald Head Island. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Smith Island Museum of History and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
We enjoyed our first weekend at Bald Head Island in this cute cottage! It was clean and perfect for our stay! Very easy to get to once off the ferry! Golf cart was very useful in touring the island!

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Fire Hut, Bald Head Island Element/Studio On Marina
Howards Haven

Howards Haven

Bald Head Island NC
Stay at this beach villa in Bald Head Island. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bald Head Island Lighthouse ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Great location and exactly as described! Watched the alligators and golf from the back deck, and only a minute walk to the beach. We would stay again!

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Howards Haven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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