Airlie Road
Take a short drive through the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach area beneath mature trees and beside the Intracoastal Waterway.
Coast, North Carolina — Wilmington
Take a short drive through the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach area beneath mature trees and beside the Intracoastal Waterway. Oaks, marinas and waterfront scenery make this a compact coastal outing.
Before you go: Use designated parking for stops; waterfront businesses and gardens have their own access arrangements.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/airlie-road/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.
Coast, North Carolina — Wilmington
Take a short drive through the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach area beneath mature trees and beside the Intracoastal Waterway. Oaks, marinas and waterfront scenery make this a compact coastal outing.
Before you go: Use designated parking for stops; waterfront businesses and gardens have their own access arrangements.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/airlie-road/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.