Dog walking in Topsail Beach

Topsail Beach Town Center

Don’t miss out on the quaint yet lively Topsail Beach Town Center neighborhood with your pup, where pawsome cafes and pawpular eateries await your order! Among them, make sure to check out the pup-friendly Cora’s Isle-End Deli. For a pawticular drool-worthy plate, try out their special Turkey Brie and Strawberry grilled panini with a unique homemade strawberry balsamic jam. You and your pup are allowed to dig in and make a mess at the outdoor seating while you listen to the waves crash on the sandy shore. At Cora’s Isle-End Deli, folks come hungry and leave happy!

Topsail Beach Southend

Whether it’s off season or not, a relaxing stroll on the beach with your pup is a must. Stretch your paws for miles from the Town Center all the way down to Topsail Beach Southend. Don’t expect a whirlwind of activities here though, as this part of the island is reserved for those who love the calm and serenity of the ocean! Stay overnight at the convenient oceanfront Sea Vista Motel. This hotel offers you and your pooch basic yet clean rooms with a balcony and direct access to the beach. Call ahead to book a room with Fido as dog friendly rooms tend to fill up fast.

Topsail Beach Northend

Wag just north of the Topsail Beach Town Center to find a wide variety of oceanfront, dog friendly accommodations and vacation rentals. If you’re in Topsail Beach with family, don’t miss out on the Golden Dog Inn. This spacious rental offers the proximity of both Topsail Beach and neighboring Surf City, in addition to a handful of gift shops, restaurants, and activities just minutes by foot. This rental is optimized to be doggone friendly, with a fenced in dog area, direct access to the beach and the off leash dog beach! With fishing, kayaking, biking and other pet friendly activities nearby, this is the pawfect place to stay in Topsail Beach with one or more pups!

Forest Sound

For those needing a break from the ocean, take a boat or drive to Hampstead, located just on the mainland behind Topsail Beach. Wag to the Forest Sound neighborhood in Hampstead for more dining and shopping options. For doggoes who love Asian cuisine, order at the Hibachi To Go restaurant and enjoy a fusion of Hibachi Scallops and Mushrooms. Pets are welcome at their two outdoor tables. For typical American grub, head to the Village Cafe Hampstead for fresh, locally sourced ingredients that’ll melt in your mouth. Start with a furtastic shrimp bruschetta to wake up the taste buds as your faithful friend relaxes outdoors with you.

Belvedere Plantation

Visit the quaint Belvedere Plantation neighborhood in Hampstead to soak up the sun with your pal in the nearby Hampstead Kiwanis Park! This community park is a great place to walk Fido in grassy fields (a nice break from the sandy beach!) Sports fields and a large kid’s playground are also accessible and offer pawlenty of family fun. When your bellies start to growl, wag over to The Belvedere Grille for freshly prepared deli sandwiches, soups, and more! Your pup is welcome to dine on the variety of meats and cheeses with you at one of their four pet friendly outdoor tables.