When you make Blakeslee Air Force Recreation Area (BAFRA) your coastal vacation destination, you’ll discover the perfect setting for you to relax and reconnect with family and friends. Located within an easy 30-minute drive from Historic Wilmington, Kure Beach is steeped in history and natural beauty. Vacationers delight in the best of both worlds—the charm and serenity of a small seaside town with an abundance of activities. It’s no surprise that BAFRA has been called “the military’s best kept secret.” Offering cottages, lodge rooms, recreational vehicle sites and tent camping, Blakeslee AFRA is designed for the enjoyment of military members, their families, retirees and all other authorized DoD customers.