Outdoor Recreation
Kure Beach is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Fishing, water skiing, parasailing, surfing, swimming, windsurfing, scuba diving, boogie-boarding, kayaking, sailing and snorkeling, provide endless opportunities for recreation.
Biking / Hiking
Bike Wilmington
www.bikewilmington.com
The Wilmington Metropolitan Area Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) was formed to assure that bicycle transportation and safety are not overlooked as the Wilmington area develops.
Cape Fear Cyclists
www.capefearcyclists.org
The Information Hub for Southeastern Cyclists!
NC Aquarium Bicycle & Pedestrian Path
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/458-8257
www.ncaquariums.com
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has opened the Bicycle and Pedestrian Path which is 1100 feet long with a bridge and a deck overlooking a small pond. It has become part of the NC Birding Trail.
Bird Watching
NC Aquarium Bicycle & Pedestrian Path
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/458-8257
www.ncaquariums.com
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has opened the Bicycle and Pedestrian Path which is 1100 feet long with a bridge and a deck overlooking a small pond. It has become part of the NC Birding Trail.
North Carolina Birding Trail
www.ncbirdingtrail.org
Our Trail is more than just lines on a map. It physically links great bird watching sites and birders with communities, businesses and other local historical and educational attractions.
Pleasure Island Safari
637 Ft. Fisher Blvd
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/538-7474
www.pleasureislandsafari.com
Come learn about, or just explore, the natural wonders of Pleasure Island. Explore the entire island's rich and diverse coastal habitats, from unspoiled salt marshes, dune covered beaches, to maritime forests. Learn what makes Pleasure Island's estuaries, forests and shoreline so vital, yet so vulnerable.
Cruises/Tours
Carolina Island Charters
PO Box 2127
Carolina Beach, NC 28428 (get map)
910/632-4679
www.carolinaislandcharters.com
Serving Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Wilmington, Southport & Bald Head Island. Trips last 2 hours and up and accommodates parties up to six.
Pleasure Island Safari
637 Ft. Fisher Blvd
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/538-7474
www.pleasureislandsafari.com
Come learn about, or just explore, the natural wonders of Pleasure Island. Explore the entire island's rich and diverse coastal habitats, from unspoiled salt marshes, dune covered beaches, to maritime forests. Learn what makes Pleasure Island's estuaries, forests and shoreline so vital, yet so vulnerable.
Fishing Charters
Fired Up Fishing Charter
754 Sailor Court
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/262-5867
Pier Fishing
Kure Beach Pier
K Avenue
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/458-5524
www.kurebeachfishingpier.com
Kure Beach Pier is the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast. When you come to visit Kure Beach Pier, you can be assured that every one here is trying to make your visit a safe, enjoyable and affordable visit.
Piers
Kure Beach Pier
K Avenue
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/458-5524
www.kurebeachfishingpier.com
Kure Beach Pier is the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast. When you come to visit Kure Beach Pier, you can be assured that every one here is trying to make your visit a safe, enjoyable and affordable visit.
Trails
NC Aquarium Bicycle & Pedestrian Path
900 Loggerhead Road
Kure Beach, NC 28449 (get map)
910/458-8257
www.ncaquariums.com
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has opened the Bicycle and Pedestrian Path which is 1100 feet long with a bridge and a deck overlooking a small pond. It has become part of the NC Birding Trail.
