Vacation Rental Tips and Tricks: Wisdom Gained Firsthand
- August 17, 2023
- Blog
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Read MoreIf you’re staying in one of our Topsail Island vacation rentals, then no need to worry about parking! But, if you’re just passing through and want to get a little beach time in, it’s important to know what the parking rules are. Here are recent Topsail parking information guidelines as per the city websites:
Standard Lots
4X4 Drive On Lot Parking Rates
Public parking availability is limited each summer because of the popularity of the Town’s public beach, especially on weekends and holidays. To avoid a citation and $50 fine, get there early and park in designated areas.
For more information on parking in North Topsail Beach, click here.
Surf City’s paid parking season runs from March 1-October 31. When visiting the beach during this time, you will need to pay to park from 9 am – 6 pm. You can purchase an hourly, daily, weekly, or season pass to accommodate your visit.
To obtain hourly, daily, or weekly passes use their text-to-park option (text SURFB to 25023) or scan a QR code once you arrive to your preferred parking spot. The hourly rates are staggered with parking spots closest to the beach being $5/hr, while outlying lots and spaces are $3/hr.
Click here to access Surf City’s interactive parking map.
For more information on parking in Surf City, click here.
The South End Parking lot (between Shoreline Drive and Inlet Drive) offers paid public parking from March 1-October 31 from 9 am – 5 pm daily. The cost is $5/hr. (up to 4 hrs.) or $25/day.
The Parking Lot is located next to Topsail Beach Sound Access #1 at the end of Shore Line Dr. Visitors will see a newly posted sign on the left-hand side of the entrance to the parking lot.
There are 3 ways to pay for parking on the SurfCAST system:
All parking permits will use license plates for verification and enforcement personnel will scan them multiple times a day to confirm a valid parking permit, and issue parking citations to those who have not paid for their parking.
For more information on parking in Topsail Beach, click here.
Which ever beach you decide to spend a little time, we are sure you will enjoy the white sandy beaches and blue waters of Topsail Island. Be sure to support the local businesses while in town and grab a bite to eat or visit a boutique for a parting gift!
And, next time, book an oceanfront vacation home with Sea Scape Properties so you can stay a bit longer.