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Carteret County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Indian Beach
1400 Salter Path Road, Indian Beach, NC 28512
A small, low-key town in the middle of Bogue Banks straddling the Salter Path community, Indian Beach offers one of the quietest stretches on the Crystal Coast with a 4WD access ramp at its Regional Beach Access and big regional bathhouses serving nearby Salter Path.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 6.2ft waves · 76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. Northeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 62. Northeast wind 5 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- 6.2ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 2:55pm edt until june 4 at 6:00am edt by nws newport/morehead city nc
46 /100
ok
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
11 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.3 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 2:55PM EDT until June 4 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Northeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
17 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:00 PM
3.4 ft · in 1.5h
Wave Height
6.2 ft
ENE swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ158)
The MHX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NCZ203 Northern Outer Banks — Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, n/a
- NCZ205 Hatteras Island — Rodanthe, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, n/a
- NCZ204 Ocracoke Island — Ocracoke n/a
- NCZ196 East Carteret — Cape Lookout National Seashore and n/a
- NCZ195 West Carteret — Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach, n/a
- NCZ199 Coastal Onslow — Hammocks Beach and North Topsail Beach n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:55 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:38 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:35 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:14 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:00 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
0%
82
79°
Sunny
0%
82
79°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
79°
Mostly Sunny
8%
82
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
31
75°
Chance Rain Showers
33%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:50 AM - 8:50 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Public parking at Indian Beach Regional Access (1425 Salter Path Rd, 36 spaces, 4WD ramp), Ocean Club Access (10 spaces), and Old Pier Access (10 spaces). Salter Path Regional Access nearby has 75 spaces.
Dogs
Carteret County rule: dogs must be leashed (max 6 feet). Not allowed in any lifeguard-protected swim areas during beach season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1400 Salter Path Road, Indian Beach, NC 28512
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Indian Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Indian Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Indian Beach dog-friendly?
Carteret County rule: dogs must be leashed (max 6 feet). Not allowed in any lifeguard-protected swim areas during beach season.
Is there an entry fee at Indian Beach?
Entry to Indian Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Indian Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Indian Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Indian Beach?
Amenities at Indian Beach include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, 4WD access ramp at Regional Access.
When is the water warmest at Indian Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Indian Beach located?
Indian Beach is in Carteret County, NC, at 1400 Salter Path Road, Indian Beach, NC 28512.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS