Probably one of NC's most beautiful beaches. The waterside homes are lovely and on a clear night you can see the entirety of the Milky Way. Definitely worth the drive :)
We've loved and visited this beach several times a year for the last 10 years, with the exception of last year. So much has changed and is seems like they've taken away public bathrooms.
There is also a Trash Can in the parking lot. In case the one close to the beach is full. Public bathrooms all the way North on Ocean Blvd. Past the Pier. 3/4 mile.