Sand Shack

Four Bedroom Beachwalk House, Located in Oak Island

Enjoy the Seafood Buffet at the Lucky Fisherman Restaurant

The Lucky Fisherman's "Super Seafood Buffet" is located in Southport and offers a variety of all-you-can-eat seafood menu items. Open on Tuesday to Sunday from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., the Lucky Fisherman has crab legs, fresh local seafood, crawfish, flounder, chicken, oysters, soups, salads, desserts, ice cream, and more! For more information, contact the Lucky Fisherman at (910) 457-9499.

Have a Snack at Chillin - Smoothies, Ice Cream and Cappuccino

CHILLIN - Smoothies, Ice Cream and Cappuccino, located in Holden Beach, will offer you and your family a great place to stop and relax as you enjoy a sweet treat. Offering a variety of fruit, ice cream and coffee drinks and snacks, CHILLIN is located on Holden Beach Road SW. For more information, contact CHILLIN at (910) 842-5665.

Go Shopping at Southport's Blue Crab Blue Shop

If you are looking for the perfect handcrafted souvenir, Blue Crab Blue of Southport is the shop for you! Housed in a small boat-builder's cottage located close to the Oak Island Bridge, this shop offers various handmade items like pottery, jewelry, stained glass, metal work, paintings, and more. Work from various area artists is showcased in this unique store, which offers a variety of styles to suit everyone's needs. For more information, contact Blue Crab Blue at (910) 454-8888.

Stroll Through the Waterfront Park of Southport

The Waterfront Park of Southport's unique location at the end of Howe Street will give you a great view of the area's waters and other landmarks. Located where the waters of the Cape Fear River, Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway meet, you can see the Oak Island Lighthouse and the Bald Head Island Lighthouse from this park. Located in the park is a trail that is almost a mile long and takes you through the city's waterfront. While you are in Southport, visiting this park is a great way to get a feel for the area's rich maritime history.

Take a Head Boat Charter Trip

Charter head boats offer a great offshore fishing experience for the beginner fisherman or for families with children. Staffed by a number of mates who will help you set your bait and reel in your fish (if needed), these boats take you right to the fish and let you have fun while you catch them. In Brunswick County, there are several options for head boat charters, which range from $40 to $100 per person for a day of fishing. In Oak Island, the BlueWater Princess can be reached at (888) 634-9005 and the Southport Fishing Center of Southport can be reached at (910) 454-4000. In Holden Beach, the Intimidator Fishing Charters can be reached at (910) 842-6200, while the Hurricane Fleet Deep Fishing Center of Calabash can be reached at (800) 373-2004.

Enjoy a Meal at the Provision Company Restaurant

Located in Holden Beach, the Provision Company Restaurant offers casual waterfront dining along with a great seafood menu. Live entertainment is offered weekly at Provision Company, which is located on the mainland side of the bridge across from the water tower. Provision Company serves lunch and dinner and is open 7 days a week beginning at 11:00 a.m. For more information, contact the Provision Company Restaurant at (910) 842-7205.

Go Swimming in the Atlantic Ocean

Swimming is a popular activity enjoyed on the beaches of Brunswick County each year. For your safety, many beaches are staffed with lifeguards in the spring and summer. When you are swimming in the ocean, be careful of rip currents and sea creatures. The surf is usually quite moderate in the area, but you should always swim with a partner. The warm ocean water and fine sand will make for a great day of swimming and sunbathing at the beach!

Play Sand Volleyball on the Beach

Beach volleyball is a sport that you always see it on television and think about how much fun it would be to try it. Why not try it while you are on the beaches of Brunswick County? Playing this competitive sport in the sand will give you a great workout while you have fun with your friends and family. Many area parks and beaches offer sand volleyball courts, which are open to the public. If you don't have enough for a full "team" but still want to play, it is usually pretty easy to join in with a group who is already playing a match. Get ready for some fun!

Take a Stroll on the Riverwalk of Southport

While you are in the area, you will enjoy a relaxing stroll along the Riverwalk of Southport. Beginning at Waterfront Park on Bay Street, the Riverwalk will take you along the Cape Fear River to the Southport Marina and the Yacht Basin. From here, you can see views of Bald Head Island and Oak Island. Also in this busy area, you will be able to see various ships as they pass. On the right day, you and your family may even get to see a school of dolphins playing in the water!

Take at Tour of the Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center

The Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center is located in Southport off N.C. Highway 87. While the nuclear plant is not open to the public because of safety reasons, there is a Visitor Center here where you can learn about the process. A variety of exhibits are available here, which includes a display about how to prevent sea turtles and other sea creatures from entering the plant with the million gallons of water that flow into the plant's cooling units each minute. The exhibits will also teach you about reading electric meters, used fuel storage, generating electricity with a stationary bicycle and educational videos. Admission to the Visitor Center is free, and the tours are self-guided. For more information, contact the Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center at (910) 457-6041.

 

Brunswick Beaches Restaurants

Ocean Breeze Beach Club
2729 W Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Fish House Restaurant
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Way Restaurant
1407 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Betty's Waterfront Restaurant
1045 Varnamtown Road SW, Suite B
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Driftwood Grill
3370 Stone Chimney Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Plaza Garibaldi
8004 Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Fulford Junior Fish House
3330 Old Ferry Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Holden Beach Seafood Fish House
1075 Songbird Lane SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Provision Company Restaurant
461 Kristen Lane
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Captain Pete's Restaurant
103 South Shore Drive
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Paradise Cafe
102 Jordan Boulevard
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Patronies Pizza
2625 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Brunswick Beaches Shopping

Wildflour Cakes & Pastries
516 Lockwood Folly Road
Bolivia, NC 28422

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Local Call Surf Shop
8417 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Yaupon Tree
8501 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Seaside With Coffee
8017 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Jewelers
8801 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Pet Stop
8308 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Sporting Goods
8800 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Pottery by Bob Furr
521 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Ocean Crest Fishing Pier
1411 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Beacon One Seafood
1 Fisherman Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Robinson & Robinson Seafood
3 Fisherman Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Ocean Crest Fishing Pier
1411 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Environmental Overlook Trails
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Holden Beach Marina
3238 Pompano Street SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Cedar Landing Marina & Seafood
1305 Cedar Landing Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Holden Beach Pier
441 Ocean Boulevard W
Holden Beach, NC 28462

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

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

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

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

Southport Marina
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

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

Brunswick Beaches Activities

Ye Olde Gun Club Shooting Range
107 SW 20th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Skate Park
49th Street SE
Oak Island, NC 28465

Lockwood Folly Country Club
19 Clubhouse Drive SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Privateer Charters
104 SE 25th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Ocean Rentals
4014 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Holden Beach Driving Range & Golf School
2355 Holden Beach Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Treasure Island Miniature Golf & Oasis
3445 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Super Track Go Carts & Bumper Boats
3437 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Fantasy Isle Ice Cream & Mini Golf
3354 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Harbor Island Miniature Golf & Family Game Room
3340 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

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