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About Holly Ridge, NC

Holly Ridge is a small North Carolina town strategically located along Highway 17, about 15 miles inland from the coast in Onslow County. The main routes through town are Highway 17 running north-south between Wilmington and Jacksonville, and Highway 210 heading east to Sneads Ferry and the beaches. It's a popular stop for travelers heading to the Crystal Coast and serves local commuters to Camp Lejeune. The annual Founder's Day Festival parade shuts down Highway 17 each October as the whole town celebrates in the street.

Where is Holly Ridge, NC on the map?

Holly Ridge, NC is in United States, at 34.495, -77.527 - about 13 km north-east of Surf City, NC.

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What is the closest airport to Holly Ridge, NC?

The closest airport to Holly Ridge, NC is Wilmington International Airport, 55 km (about 55 min by car). Other airports nearby: Albert J Ellis Airport.

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