Holly Ridge sits at the intersection of Highway 17 and Ocean Road, roughly 30 minutes from Camp Lejeune's main gate and about 20 from MCAS New River, close enough to draw military families who want more space than Jacksonville proper offers, while still being a manageable commute either toward Jacksonville or up toward Wilmington. The town has seen significant new construction in recent years, and a lot of our work here involves that fresh-build mix of larger, newer homes replacing what used to be a much smaller community.
About The Area
Holly Ridge's history runs deeper than its current growth suggests, during World War II, Camp Davis Army Air Field here trained women pilots as part of the WASP program, one of only two such training sites in the country. Today the town functions as a quieter, more affordable alternative to Jacksonville and Sneads Ferry for people commuting to Camp Lejeune, with most day-to-day shopping and dining happening in nearby Surf City rather than in Holly Ridge itself.
schools & family info
Holly Ridge falls under Onslow County Schools, a district where roughly 40% of students are from military families, with intra- and inter-district transfer options available for families navigating a PCS move. Elementary schools in the district each carry a specific instructional focus, from STEM to International Baccalaureate.
Things To do
Ocean Road connects Holly Ridge directly to Topsail Island's beaches, making it one of the town's biggest draws for new residents. Surf City, a short drive away, covers most restaurant and retail needs, and Onslow County's parks, including Hines Farm Park and Stable and Onslow Pines Park, offer trails and green space further south toward Jacksonville.
Local Moving Tips
Holly Ridge's newer neighborhoods can mean roads or mail routes that are still catching up to recent construction, so our crews confirm access ahead of time during the free walkthrough. For military families on a PCS timeline, we also work to accommodate tighter, date-driven move windows whenever possible.
Essential services
Big Green Box Moving serves Hampstead, Onslow County, Wilmington, and Castle Hayne. Call (910) 242-4477 or contact us for a free moving estimate.
Yes, we regularly help families relocating to or from the Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River area and try to accommodate date-driven schedules.
Roughly 30 minutes to the main gate and about 20 minutes to MCAS New River, depending on traffic.
Yes, and we confirm road and delivery access ahead of time for newer neighborhoods where it's not yet fully established.
Hourly, based on a free in-person walkthrough, so your estimate reflects your actual property.
Yes, this stretch of Highway 17 is one of our regular routes.
