Town Park
Mini Golf and Concessions
The Town Park includes an 18-hole mini-golf course with a concession stand and restroom facilities. The mini-golf course and concession stand are open daily during the summer, with mini-golf costing only $6 per person (age 6 and under free!) – the best family-friendly rates on the island! Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Beginning Saturday, May 13, 2023, the AB Town Park Concession Stand and Mini-Golf Course will be open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. (Last admission to the mini-golf course is at 9:30 p.m.)
Splashpad
Make sure to bring a swimsuit and visit the splash pad, which is an interactive water play fountain ideal for children of all ages. Beginning Saturday, May 13, 2023, the splash pad will open for the season and will operate 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Park Shelter Rental
In June of 2020, the Town installed a Picnic Shelter at the AB Town Park. The 20ftx20ft shelter is available for reservation daily from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. and may be reserved in the following 4-hour blocks: 8 AM – 12 PM; 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM; 5 PM – 9 PM. The shelter features a covered area with 6 picnic tables (seating for 36) and trash receptacles. The shelter fee is $25 per 4-hour block.
Reservations are made on a first-come-first-serve basis and can be made by calling the Parks & Recreation Department at 252-726-4456. No refunds.
Please review the Park Shelter Rules & Regulations HERE.
Skate Park
The Town Skate Park is located at the Town Park, 915 W Fort Macon Road, and is free to the public. The skate park hours are daily, 8 AM to 10 PM (dawn to dusk). Riders under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Pursuant to NC General Statute, all skaters and riders must wear helmets, elbow pads, and knee pads.
“Circle” Main Beach Access
Please visit the Town’s main beach access at the “Circle” with public parking, beach access, and restrooms. Staff works hard to keep it maintained and clean for our residents and summertime visitors with volleyball courts and three lifeguard stands. This is the site for many of the summer activities planned. This is also the location of the Carteret County Parks & Recreation sponsored and coordinated summer annual beach volleyball tournaments and beach run series.
Beachfront Activities
Beach Volleyball Leagues
The Town of Atlantic Beach partners with Carteret County Parks & Recreation to offer Adult Co-ed Beach Volleyball on the Circle annually each summer. Register online or contact AnMarie Ivester at 252-808-3301 or anmarie.ivester@carteretcountync.gov for more information.
Annual Beach Run Series
Carteret County Parks & Recreation hosts the Annual Beach Run Series each summer. Races start from the Atlantic Beach Circle. Register online or contact AnMarie Ivester at 252-808-3301 or anmarie.ivester@carteretcountync.gov for more information.