Western Ocean Regional Access - WORA
Description
Located 0.4 miles from the B. Cameron Langston Bridge, off Islander Drive and beside Queen’s Court Condominiums. Home of Emerald Isle’s Summer Concert Series, the Beach Jive After 5, and Emerald Isle’s Beach Volleyball Tournaments.
Seasons/Hours
Open year round from sunrise to sunset.
Pets
Leashed pets allowed; must be on a six foot leash. Owners are subject to pooper scooper law. $50 fine for violators.
Costs
Lifeguards are on duty from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. spring through September at the Western Ocean Regional Access (WORA). There is an hourly fee of $2-$4 charged for parking at the Western Ocean Regional Access (WORA) every day from April15 through September 17, in an amount that will not exceed $16 for an entire day. Paid parking is in effect from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Reservations are not accepted. First come first serve.
Amenities
•Beach Access
•Bike Rack
•Handicapped Accessible
•Parking for 168 Cars
•Picnic Pavilion
•Restrooms
•Grills
•Showers
•2 Volleyball Courts
•Seasonal Lifeguards
•Oyster Shell Recycling Bins
Directions
From the intersection of Hwy 24 and 58 proceed across the B. Cameron Langston Bridge. After the first traffic light, make the first right hand turn onto Islander Drive. Proceed on Islander Drive to the sign for the Public Beach Access. Turn right into the parking lot. Located beside Queen’s Court Condominiums.
Contact
Please contact Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Department for more information. 252-354-6350.