Is Topsail an Island?

Topsail Island is a 26-mile long barrier island off the coast of North Carolina, roughly equidistant between the barrier islands of the Crystal Coast and the beaches of the Cape Fear region, lying south of Jacksonville, North Carolina and Camp Lejeune.

Is Topsail Beach and Topsail Island the same?

Topsail Beach – Topsail Beach is the southernmost town on Topsail Island. ... North Topsail Beach is home to the Jolly Roger Pier, South End Outfitters, The Gift Basket and multiple bars and grills.

Why is Topsail Beach called Topsail?

Although folklore has it that the island was named Topsail (pronounced Tops'l) because pirate ships hid behind the island with their topsails visible from the sea, the name came from New Topsail Inlet. ... Prior to World War II, the only access to Topsail Island was by boat.