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Lead image from the original R&M Holden Beach North Carolina album

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Holden Beach North Carolina

The island's low-rise development keeps the horizon open and the beach central. Sunrises and sunsets can both color the water because of the shoreline's east-west orientation, and the bridge provides a broad first view of the island.

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The Story of Holden Beach North Carolina

Holden Beach is a family-oriented barrier-island town in Brunswick County, North Carolina. A long strand of Atlantic beach faces south, while the Intracoastal Waterway and marshes line the island's quieter northern side.

LocationHolden Beach North Carolina
Known ForThe island's low-rise development keeps the horizon open and the beach central. Sunrises and sunsets can both color the water because of the shoreline's east-west orientation, and the bridge provides a broad first view of the island.
Adventure StyleRoad Trip • Walking • Photography
R&M Photo DateOct 14, 2020 – May 26, 2022
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Holden Beach North Carolina in Context

Holden Beach is a family-oriented barrier-island town in Brunswick County, North Carolina. A long strand of Atlantic beach faces south, while the Intracoastal Waterway and marshes line the island's quieter northern side.

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What Makes It Special

The island's low-rise development keeps the horizon open and the beach central. Sunrises and sunsets can both color the water because of the shoreline's east-west orientation, and the bridge provides a broad first view of the island.

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Interesting Facts

Holden Beach is one of North Carolina's south-facing Brunswick Islands. Sea turtles nest on the beach during the warmer months.

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Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see Holden Beach's oceanfront, dunes, bridge and relaxed island scenery.

R&M Road & Place Story Connection

The Story of Holden Beach North Carolina

Holden Beach is a family-oriented barrier-island town in Brunswick County, North Carolina. A long strand of Atlantic beach faces south, while the Intracoastal Waterway and marshes line the island's quieter northern side.

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