Onslow County is a county located in North Carolina. Its population in 2020 was 204,576. The county seat is Jacksonville. Its coastal location allows for year-round water activities, offering a wealth of exciting experiences.
Hammocks Beach State Park is located near Swansboro, along the southern coast of the Outer Banks, also known as the Crystal Coast. The park primarily comprises Bear Island. It also includes three smaller islands, Dudley, Huggins, and Jones, situated in the nearby White Oak estuary. These islands can be reached by passenger ferry, private boat, kayak, or canoe.
Swansboro is a charming, historic resort town in Onslow County, North Carolina. The town sits on the North Carolina coast, bordered by both the Intracoastal Waterway and the White Oak River. The town has an elevation of 9.1 meters (30 ft). The population was 3,744 according to the 2020 census.
