Corolla Beaches

Corolla’s pristine beaches are wide with soft sand. Upon crossing the beach access over the dune line to the beach, you will find that the beach is relatively flat, which is ideal terrain for afternoon strolls.

Beach Rules and Regulations

• Pets are permitted on the beaches of Corolla year-round but must remain on a leash. Leashes are required, but there are no length requirements.
• Bonfires are not permitted anywhere on the beaches of Corolla.
• Beach driving is only permitted in the off-season (from Oct 1st. - April 30th) at designated beach accesses. The speed limit is 25 mph unless otherwise marked.
• Do not walk or play on the dunes.
• Swimming is not allowed when Red Flags are flying due to dangerous ocean conditions.
• Surfers must be tethered to their boards.
• Refill the beach holes you are responsible for creating.
• Retrieve all personal items on the beach in the evening(including tents and cabanas). Unattended items will be removed/discarded.

Corolla Lifeguard Stand Locations

Roving lifeguards (4x4 trucks and ATVs) are on patrol from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day. From August 15 through Labor Day, stands are manned as staffing allows. Lifeguard stand locations are subject to change. Visit Corolla Beach Rescue’s website for current information. Lifeguards are located at the following locations:

• Hampton Inn Oceanfront (Pine Island)
• Currituck County Public Beach Access (Pine Island)
• Sections B, D, F, O and P of Ocean Sands
• Buck Island Beach Access
• Dolphin, Sailfish, Bonito, Herring, and Sturgeon Streets (Whalehead)
• Corolla Light (by the oceanfront pools)
• Corolla Village Road (across from the Currituck Lighthouse)
• Bismark Drive (Ocean Hill)
• The Villages at Ocean Hill (by the oceanfront pool)

Corolla Public Beach Accesses

• Currituck County Southern Beach Access (Bathroom, Shower, Parking)
• Sailfish St and Whalehead Dr (Parking)
• Bonito St and Whalehead Dr (Parking)
• Perch Street and Whalehead Dr (Parking)
• Sturgeon St and Whalehead Dr (Parking)
• Shad St and Whalehead Dr (Parking)
• Corolla Village Road (Currituck Beach Lighthouse Access - Bathroom, Shower, Parking)