Turtle Watch

Three Bedroom Oceanfront House, Located in Oak Island

Travel To Myrtle Beach To the Family Kingdom Amusement and Water Park

Located just a short distance from Brunswick County in Myrtle Beach, you will find the Family Kingdom Amusement and Water Park. Located at 300 South Ocean Boulevard, this family amusement park is the only oceanfront water park located on the Grand Strand of Myrtle Beach. The Swamp Fox, a rollercoaster made entirely of wood, is a popular ride at the park. The 33 rides found at the park are sure to include one of your favorites. The park also has a section called Kiddie Land, which has 18 rides for young children to safely enjoy. For more information, contact the Family Kingdom Amusement and Water Park at (843) 626-3447.

Enjoy an Outdoor "Concerts on the Coast" Performance

The Concerts on the Coast is a summer concert series that take place in Southport, Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. In Southport, the performances are held in Franklin Park on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. between June and September. In Holden Beach, the concerts are held at the Intracoastal Waterway Stage on Jordan Boulevard on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. between May and September. In Ocean Isle Beach, the concerts are held at the Museum of Coastal Carolina on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. between May and September. For more information, contact Concerts on the Coast at (800) 222-4790.

Have a Meal at 317 West Bay Waterway Steakhouse

The 317 West Bay Waterway Steakhouse, located in Southport, offers great views as it overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway at the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Depending on your preference, there are three unique environments for you to enjoy your dinner - the main dining rooms, the outdoor patio, or the fully-equipped bar. The atmosphere in the restaurant is sophisticated yet casual, and they serve a variety of food including steak, pork, seafood and poultry. For more information, contact 317 West Bay Waterway Steakhouse at (910) 457-0317.

Play a Tennis Match at an Area Court

Tennis is a popular sport that can be enjoyed year-round in the Brunswick County area, because of its moderate climate. If you and your tennis partner would like to play a few matches while you are in the area, there are a number of public courts available for your use. The Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department, headquartered in Bolivia, offers a variety of lessons and courts throughout the county. Lessons are open to children between ages 8 and 12 and are held at town parks in Shallotte, Lockwood Folly, Smithville and Town Creek. Courts in these parks can be used for play when they are not being used for lessons. Also, the Oak Island Recreation Department offers lessons for children and adults, and has some public courts available as well. For more information on either of these facilities, contact the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department at (800) 222-4790 or the Oak Island Recreation Department at (910) 278-4747.

Have Fun with Your Family at the Brunswick County Bowling Center

While you are in the Brunswick County area, you may enjoy spending some time at the local bowling alley, the Brunswick County Bowling Center in Shallotte. This family-friendly bowling alley will allow you to compete against members of your family for just $3.00 to $3.50 per game, per person. For more information, contact the Brunswick County Bowling Center at (910) 754-2695.

Participate in a Local Fishing Tournaments

As you will find in any popular fishing area, many saltwater fishing tournaments are held in Brunswick County throughout the year. Many tournaments award great prizes to their winners, and proceeds normally benefit local charities. For more information about dates and locations of area tournaments, contact the Ocean Isle Beach Fishing Center at (910) 575-3474, the Bald Head Island Marina at (910) 454-0042, the Old Yacht Basin of Southport at (910) 278-4575, the Southport Marina at (910) 278-4137 and the Holden Beach Marina at (800) 426-6644. Also, you may want to check local listings upon your arrival for information about other area tournaments.

Browse Around in Mace's Seafood, Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle

Located on Canal Drive in Holden Beach, Mace's Seafood and Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle is just the shop for you if you want to experience the beach activities of boating, fishing, or cooking fresh seafood! Their seafood store offers a variety of local catch that will be great for the hungry appetites in your family. If you plan to spend an afternoon fishing, you can visit Mace's for your live bait and tackle needs. Finally, if you are interested in boating around the area, you may want to rent a boat from Mace's. For more information, contact Mace's Seafood, Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle at (910) 842-7171.

Take a Private Charter Boat Trip

Many visitors to the area enjoy going fishing in private charter boats. A variety of private charter options are available in Brunswick County, including full-day and half-day trips that can either go inshore or offshore. Depending on what kind of trip you are interested in, you will more than likely be able to find a captain in Brunswick County who can meet your needs. Half-day charters range from $300 to $600 and full-day charters range from $650 to $1,200. A variety of charters are available in the area. Bald Head Island offers Impulsive Charters at (910) 457-5331, while Oak Island is home to the Boss Lady Charter Boat Services at (910) 278-3433, the Fugitive Charter Boat at (910) 278-3796 and the Liquid Asset Sport Fishing Charter Boat at (910) 278-4199. Southport offers the Southport Fishing Center at (910) 454-4000 and the Salty Dog Charter Boat at (910) 278-9834. In Holden Beach, Holden Beach Charters can be reached at (910) 842-9055, while Ocean Isle Beach is home to the Voyager Fishing Charters at (910) 575-5978 and Captain Brant's Fishing Charters at (910) 575-3474.

Visit the Old Brunswick Town State Historic Site/Fort Anderson

The Old Brunswick Town State Historic Site/Fort Anderson in Southport marks the first permanent European settlement located between Charleston and New Bern that was successful. Founded in 1726, Brunswick endured attacks from both Spain and Britain, and Fort Anderson was built in 1862 to help defend Wilmington. Today, visitors can still see Fort Anderson, whose earthworks are completely intact. The site is open year-round from Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free, and the site also has a visitor center, gift shop, research library, and more. For more information, contact the Old Brunswick Town State Historic Site/Fort Anderson at (910) 371-6613.

Enjoy a Thai Meal at Thai Peppers Restaurant

Thai Peppers Restaurant has been serving authentic Thai food in Southport for more than 13 years. Located in Historic Downtown Southport, Thai Peppers offers a variety of menu items and daily specials. Menu items include soups, salads, seafood, noodles, specialty curry and stir fry dishes. Carry-out is available, and they also offer catering and banquet facilities. For more information, contact Thai Peppers Restaurant at (910) 457-0095.

 

Brunswick Beaches Restaurants

Duffer's Pub & Grille at the Oak Island Golf Club
928 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Huddle House Restaurant
132 Country Club Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

China Garden
300 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Domino's Pizza
402 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

PJ's Restaurant & Market
614 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Frosty's Ice Cream
8600 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Yacht Basin Provision Company
130 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Fish Tales Restaurant & Tiki Bar
606 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Fishy Fishy Cafe
106 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Dry Dock Restaurant
115 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Flava's Coffee Shop
310 W Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Shopping

Karen's Just Dessert
3 St. Andrews Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Boat House Gifts
128 Country Club Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Southport Bait & Tackle
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Potter's Seafood
94 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Coppershop
600 W Brunswick Street, Suite #5
Southport, NC 28461

Frosty's Ice Cream
8600 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Wear
8600 East Oak Island Drive
Suite #6
Oak Island, NC 28465

Yaupon Beach Fishing Pier
705 Ocean Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Seaside Baskets
706 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Christmas House
104 W Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Waterfront Gifts & Antiques
117 S Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Jewelers
102 E Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

The Oak Island Lighthouse
1100 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

NC Baptist Assembly / Fort Caswell
100 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Southport Marina
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Indigo Plantation & Marina
6099 Indigo Plantation Road
Southport, NC 28461

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

Yaupon Beach Fishing Pier
705 Ocean Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
116 N Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

Fort Johnston
Intersection of Davis and Bay Streets
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Parks and Recreation Department
107 E Nash Street
Stevens Park
Southport, NC 28461

The Chapel of the Cross at St. Philip
205 E Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Historical Society
501 N Atlantic Avenue
Southport, NC 28461

The Old Brunswick County Jail
501 N Atlantic Avenue
Southport Historical Society
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Activities

Oak Island Golf Club
928 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Winds of Carolina Sailing Charters
701 W West Street
Southport Marina
Southport, NC 28461

Starship Deep Sea Fishing & Scenic Cruises
701 W West Street
Southport Fishing Center
Southport, NC 28461

Priority Sailing Academy
5900 Dutchman Creek Road
Southport, NC 28461

Endless Summer Sailing Cruises
4909 Fish Factory Road
South Harbour Village Marina
Southport, NC 28461

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Maritime Passenger Co., LLC
230 Caswell Avenue
Solomon T - The Heritage Boat at the Southport Marina
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Sailing Academy
5003 O'Quinn Boulevard
Suite G
Southport, NC 28461

Sailtime Southport
4956 Long Beach Road, Suites #14-119
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Parks and Recreation Department
107 E Nash Street
Stevens Park
Southport, NC 28461

The Cutting Edge II
505 N Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

The Adventure Company
807 Howe Street, Suite A
Southport, NC 28461

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