Sand Surf and Sunset Guidebook

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Sand Surf and Sunset Guidebook

Sightseeing

Enjoy spectacular views from the top of the lighthouse. Tours available and reservations are required . Check out www.oakislandighthouse.org/tour for details.
126 locals recommend
Oak Island Lighthouse
300a Caswell Beach Rd
126 locals recommend
Enjoy spectacular views from the top of the lighthouse. Tours available and reservations are required . Check out www.oakislandighthouse.org/tour for details.
Historic Southport on the Cape Fear River has great restaurants, shopping, cool old homes and probably a few ghosts….
242 locals recommend
Southport
242 locals recommend
Historic Southport on the Cape Fear River has great restaurants, shopping, cool old homes and probably a few ghosts….
Watching a turtle nest hatch is a magical and special experience for children and adults alike. It takes some effort and patience to experience this event but its worth it. Check out Caswellturtlewatch.org for information on nests, locations, expected hatch dates and post hatch counts and stats. Truly fascinating experience
27 locals recommend
Caswell Beach
27 locals recommend
Watching a turtle nest hatch is a magical and special experience for children and adults alike. It takes some effort and patience to experience this event but its worth it. Check out Caswellturtlewatch.org for information on nests, locations, expected hatch dates and post hatch counts and stats. Truly fascinating experience
Great was to explore the inter coastal waterway with fantastic tour guide
Southport By Seaside
606 West West Street
Great was to explore the inter coastal waterway with fantastic tour guide
Take a walk down to the pier and venture out to the end. If you’re lucky you may see a prized catch being reeled in by one of the fisherman. Or try your own luck fishing from the pier.
59 locals recommend
Oak Island Pier
705 Ocean Dr
59 locals recommend
Take a walk down to the pier and venture out to the end. If you’re lucky you may see a prized catch being reeled in by one of the fisherman. Or try your own luck fishing from the pier.

Food scene

A favorite or locals and visitors, Provision Company provides a memorable waterfront dining experience. Expect a wait but enjoy the time and enjoy a cold beverage.
109 locals recommend
Provision Company
130 Yacht Basin Dr
109 locals recommend
A favorite or locals and visitors, Provision Company provides a memorable waterfront dining experience. Expect a wait but enjoy the time and enjoy a cold beverage.
Good Italian fare.
16 locals recommend
Castucci's Italian Restaurant
4332 Long Beach Rd SE
16 locals recommend
Good Italian fare.
Good seafood and other options in amazing waterfront setting.
116 locals recommend
Fishy Fishy Cafe
106 Yacht Basin Dr
116 locals recommend
Good seafood and other options in amazing waterfront setting.
Best place to pregame before dinner in Southport or to enjoy live music and sunsets.
35 locals recommend
American Fish Company
150 Yacht Basin Dr
35 locals recommend
Best place to pregame before dinner in Southport or to enjoy live music and sunsets.
As the name states…oysters!
40 locals recommend
Moore Street Oyster Bar
110 E Moore St
40 locals recommend
As the name states…oysters!
Good pizza!
88 locals recommend
Pepperoni Grill at the Beach
4320 E Beach Dr
88 locals recommend
Good pizza!
Easy walk to Koko Cabana for great food, drinks and views.
67 locals recommend
Koko Cabana
705 Ocean Dr
67 locals recommend
Easy walk to Koko Cabana for great food, drinks and views.
Short walk to this beach front hangout to catch some quick bites, see live music and mingle with the locals
39 locals recommend
Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill
601 Ocean Dr
39 locals recommend
Short walk to this beach front hangout to catch some quick bites, see live music and mingle with the locals
27 locals recommend
Rusty Hooks Dockside Grill
4907 Fish Factory Rd
27 locals recommend
Great food in Southport
18 locals recommend
Ports of Call
116 N Howe St
18 locals recommend
Great food in Southport
Fresh seafood, lots of beverage choices and good service
40 locals recommend
Moore Street Oyster Bar
110 E Moore St
40 locals recommend
Fresh seafood, lots of beverage choices and good service