Beach Retreat

Three Bedroom Oceanview Condo, Located in Oak Island

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!

Visit the Historic Fort Johnston of Southport

Located in Southport, Fort Johnston was opened in 1754 as the first working military installation in North Carolina, with the purpose to defend the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Fort Johnston played an important role in the Civil War and worked alongside other area forts of Caswell, Anderson and Fisher. While the main structure of Fort Johnson is no longer in place, some original structures remain, and markers tell the story of the fort that was once in place at the location. For more information, contact Fort Johnston at (910) 457-7927.

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.

Rent Beach Gear from Beach Fun Rentals

Beach Fun Rentals of Holden Beach is a full-service rental shop that offers a variety of items to assist you with your vacation needs. You can either pick up your items or choose to have it delivered to your rental home for FREE! Practical items like baby furniture and bed linens are available, but there are also kayaks, bikes, surfboards, Bocce Ball, boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas, and more are also available. If you want to have fun participating in beach activities during your stay in Brunswick County but don't want to bring everything from home, Beach Fun Rentals can help! For more information, contact Beach Fun Rentals at (888) 355-4446.

Take an Adventure in the Green Swamp

Northwest of Supply, you will find a 150,000-acre preserve called the Green Swamp. Managed by the Nature Conservancy, this preserve is full of wildlife and vegetation and is home to a variety of wildlife, including red-cockaded woodpeckers, black bears and bobcats. Several carnivorous plant species are also found in the preserve, including the Venus Fly Trap. For more information, including a map or local guide schedules, contact the Nature Conservancy at (910) 762-6277.

Day Trip To Lumber River State Park

If you enjoy camping and outdoor activities, you may want to take one or two of your days in the Brunswick County area to travel to Lumber River State Park, which is near Orrum, North Carolina. Located on the Lumber River, this park offers a variety of activities including paddle sports, hiking trails, picnic areas and more! You may want to call ahead for river conditions if you plan to go canoeing or boating, as the water levels are too low for these sports during some times of the year. The park is open year-round, with varying hours of operation depending on the season. For more information, contact the Lumber River State Park at (910) 628-9844.

Take the Cape Fear River Circle Tour

Brunswick County has a few places that are included on the Cape Fear River Circle Tour, which is a driving tour that circles the Cape Fear River. If you and your family would like to take this tour, you may want to dedicate a full day of your vacation to get the full experience of all stops on the tour. The tour consists of about two hours of driving time, including the 30-minute ride on the Fort Fisher/Southport Ferry. Attractions and stops included on this tour are: Battleship North Carolina, Orton Plantation Gardens, Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson, Southport Maritime Museum, Progress Energy's Brunswick Nuclear Plant, North Carolina Aquarium, and Fort Fisher Civil War Museum. You can get a brochure including a map and details about the tour at a variety tourist information racks throughout the area, or by contacting the Cape Fear Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau at (910) 341-4030.

Go Shopping at the Olde Southport Village Shoppes

Located on Howe Street in Southport, the Olde Southport Village Shoppes is a collection of unique shops that are houses in various refurbished old buildings. These unique buildings bring character to the shopping area, as you can shop for today's products but think back to what may have been sold in each store in the past. Shops in the Olde Southport Village offer a variety of products, including jewelry, antiques, glassware, linens, furniture, lotion and spa ware, candy, and more! Whatever you are looking for, you can probably find it while you are in the Olde Southport Village Shoppes.

Enjoy a Performance at the Odell Williamson Auditorium

The Odell Williamson Auditorium, located in Supply, is located on the campus of Brunswick Community College. This performing arts center is a state-of-the-art facility with 1,500 seats. A variety of educational and cultural activities are held in the auditorium each year, which was built by the citizens of Brunswick County for more than 3 million dollars. Major entertainers and local and regional theater companies perform at Odell Williamson each year. For more information about events at the Odell Williamson Auditorium, call (910) 755-7416.

Watch Sea Turtle Nests

Brunswick County is one of the largest counties in North Carolina and is almost entirely surrounded by water, wetlands, and wooded areas. Because of the natural habitats found in Brunswick County, a variety of animals make their homes here. Sea turtles are no exception, and the endangered animals are protected by a variety of sea turtle protection programs that are in place in Brunswick County. A variety of volunteers monitor nests of sea turtle species, and during the June and July hatching season, volunteers watch the nests to ensure turtle hatchlings can make it safely to sea. If you happen to be in the area during the hatching season, you may be able to experience one of these amazing egg hatchings. For more information, contact the Ocean Isle Beach Turtle Watch Program at (910) 579-1016 or the Bald Head Island Turtle Sanctuary and Conservancy at (910) 457-0089.

 

Oak Island Restaurants

Captain Stanley's Seafood Restaurant
5515 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Beana's Kitchen at the Beaach
106 SE 58th Street
PO Box 115
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Sub Shop & Deli
5705 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Russell's Place Restaurant
5700 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Tropical Treats
5811 East Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

LunaPops
5818 Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Little Bit's Grill
5902 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Bogey's Restaurant
5908 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Barbeque House
5002 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Flying Pig Coffeehouse
6006 Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Turtle Island Restaurant & Catering
6220 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Pizza Shack
6212 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Shopping

The End
106 SE 58th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Motorsports & More
5319 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Pawn, Bait & Tackle Shop
5422 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Burlington Outlet
5817 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Eagles Beachwear & Sport Shop
5802 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Pain
5119 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Bubba's
5825 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Lucia's Gifts
5820 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

J. Huffman
5818 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Senior Craft Shop
5918 E Oak Island Drive
PO Box 61
Oak Island, NC 28465

3 Cheers Party Rentals
5022 E Oak Island Drive
Suite #2
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Gift Baskets
6018 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

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

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

Ocean Crest Fishing Pier
1411 E Beach 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

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

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
116 N Howe 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 Jungle Golf, Arcade & Ice Cream Shop
6321 Oak Island Drive East
Oak Island, NC 28465

Ocean Rentals
4014 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

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

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

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

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

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

Oak Island Fun Park
4434 Long Beach Road SE
Southport, NC 28461

St. James Plantation
4006 St. James Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Cattail Cruises & Tours
4320 Southport Supply Road SE, Suite #600
Southport, NC 28461

Priority Sailing Academy
5900 Dutchman Creek Road
Southport, NC 28461

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