Atlantic Beach
Atlantic Beach
  • Eat
  • Shop
  • Stay
  • Play
Atlantic Beach
  • Government & Services
    • Search
  • NEWS

    Beach Driving Permits

    Beach Driving Permits

WHEN ARE VEHICLES ALLOWED ON THE BEACH?

Beach driving is allowed from October 1st through March 15. Annual beach permits are available for purchase for $50 (AB residents), $75 (Carteret County residents), and $100 (Outside of Carteret County residents) at Town Hall during regular business hours or online here. County of residency will be based on the registration card. All permits purchased online will be mailed during regular business hours. A valid drivers license and registration card for a four-wheel drive vehicle must be presented at time of purchase. ATV’s are not allowed to drive on the beach at any time.

AB residents aged 65 and older may receive one free permit. The four-wheel drive vehicle which is to be permitted must be registered to the AB resident/property owner.

Handicapped persons of any age (whether they are Atlantic Beach residents / taxpayers or not) are eligible for one free permit.  Handicapped persons in addition to providing copies of vehicle registration and drivers license must also provide a copy of their handicap placard AND DMV registration card for their placard. The four-wheel drive vehicle which is to be permitted must be registered to the handicapped person.

Purple Heart Recipients are eligible for one free permit and must provide proof that they have been awarded the decoration. The following is accepted as proof: Defense Department Form 214, discharge papers, military personnel records, orders or award certificates. These articles of proof are the same as allowed by the VA. The four-wheel drive vehicle which is to be permitted must be registered to the Purple Heart Recipient.

Commercial fishermen are eligible for one free PASS and must provide a copy of the front and back of the commercial fishing license. The four-wheel drive vehicle which is to be permitted must be registered to the Commercial fisherman. This pass is not the beach driving permit, but will allow free access to the beach strand while actively commercial fishing.

News
TwitterFacebook
More News
  • Don’t Stand in Line – Go Online
      DON’T STAND IN LINE GO ONLINE Online services: Purchase License Plate Souvenir Tax Payments (account inquiry and payments) Utility Payments (account inquiry and payments)...
    More
  • Job Openings
    The Town of Atlantic Beach only accepts applications for available positions. Currently, the Town has the following available positions:   Police Sergeant (Full-Time) Police Officer...
    More
  • Boardwalk Design Finalist Chosen
    Project Update: The Town of Atlantic Beach, NC, used an international design competition to select the architects to lead the design of a major upgrade...
    More
  • The Gateway Project
    The Town of Atlantic Beach is developing a small area plan for the Causeway and Fort Macon Road area.   YARD & Company collected public...
    More

Atlantic Beach is situated on a beautiful barrier island bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Bogue Sound. Known for our abundance of public beaches and friendly people, our town balances the needs of our citizens, visitors, businesses, and the delicate coastal environment. Welcome, enjoy your stay, and help us keep Atlantic Beach beautiful!

News
  • Trash & Recycling Carts FAQs
  • Hi-Lites/Atlantic Beach BTS Redevelopment Major Site Plan
  • Walk Atlantic Beach Maps
  • 2018 Town Survey Results
  • Ocean Breeze Newsletter
  • Visitors
    • Where to Eat
    • Where to Stay
    • Where to Shop
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
  • Businesses
    • Starting a New Business?
    • Business Registration Form
    • Permits & Planning
  • Residents
    • News
    • Public Notices
    • Parks & Recreation
  • Government
    • Join Our Email List
    • Council Agendas & Minutes
    • Trash and Water Utilities
  • Weather
    • Weather Forecast
    • Hurricane Re-entry
  • 252 726-2121
  • tab@atlanticbeach-nc.com
  • PO Box 10   125 West Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
  • Search
  • Stay
  • Eat
  • Shop
  • Government & Services
  • Search