This once-popular pirate hideaway is now a haven for beachgoers searching for a vacation filled with rest and relaxation. Where pirates once laid in wait for merchant ships – with only their top sails visible – today you’ll find a tranquil region loved by anglers, boaters and sea turtles alike.

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  • 3 Quiet, Low-Key Beaches
  • Fishing
  • Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue
  • Boating & Water Sports
  • Lejeune Memorial Gardens

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Spring 74°
Summer 89°
Fall 76°

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U.S. Route 17
Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)

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