Controlled burn planned for Monday at Carolina Beach State Park A controlled burn is taking place for portions of Carolina Beach State Park. By WECT Staff | April 25, 2021 at 6:57 PM EDT - Updated April 25 at 6:57 PM CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A controlled burn is planned for Monday at Carolina Beach State Park near the south park entrance. The burn will begin Monday around 10:00 a.m. with road and trails near the site closed throughout the duration of the burn. Officials say the rest of the park will be open as normal including the visitor center, marina, campground, and northern trails.