Things To Do
It's Always Easy To Find Something To Do
From sunning on the beach to kayaking on the Intracoastal Waterway, there's plenty of ways to take it easy in Wrightsville Beach. Fill your days and nights with quiet relaxation or explore a variety of outdoor adventures or island shops.
Below is a sampling of the many things to do on the island. Use the search box below and you'll find that surfing for a complete list of activities has never been so easy.
Ride the waves in Surf Camp. Take a cruise up the scenic Intracoastal Waterway or charter a deep-sea fishing trip. Strap in for a kiteboarding lesson, kayak to Masonboro Island or scuba dive one of the 200 sunken wrecks along the coast. If you're feeling ambitious, explore the island on a rented bike, compete in a local paddleboard race or other event, or go for a jog on The Loop, the island's very own fitness trail. Book an early afternoon tee time and follow a round of golf with fresh seafood and live music at a waterfront restaurant.
No matter what you'd like to experience, you can be sure there's something for everyone at Wrightsville Beach.
Things To Do
910 509-0177 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Our staff takes pride in honoring the tradition of genial hospitality and casual ambience that have been the hallmark of this historic location since 1947. Reservations are recommended in… Read More...
910 231-0668 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Contact Capt. Philip Thompson for your Inshore or Nearshore Fishing Adventure.The inshore waters of the Cape Fear region inlets, marshes, ICW - provide excellent Drum, Flounder and Trout… Read More...
910 256-2269 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Since opening in 2009, Banks Channel Pub & Grille has kept our promise of offering fresh food better than you'll get at your average pub while providing fun & entertainment on Wrightsville Beach. Read More...
910 256-8500 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Bluewater offers spectacular panoramic views of Wrightsville Beach's Intracoastal Waterway. Watch boats cruise past your table and relax to the sound of sail masts lightly tapping at the… Read More...
910 256-6550 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
The marina's transient docks have recently been completely reworked to include a 350 foot floating dock. The Bridge Tender Marina also offers free cable TV and high-pressure wash down water… Read More...
910 256-8966 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Buddy's Crabhouse & Oyster Bar was founded in November of 1991. It's a beach dive bar located right near Johnnie Mercer's Pier at Wrightsville Beach. There are thousands of dollar bills on… Read More...
910 686-9787 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Cape Fear Paddleboarding, offers stand up paddleboarding (SUP) lessons, tours, and fitness classes for all levels. Regardless of age or weight, it is a great outdoor activity for the mind… Read More...
910 233-8908 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We specialize in summertime day camps and private lessons to safely teach beginners the sport of surfing. All instructors are first aid and CPR certified and have been watermen/women of their… Read More...
910 617-2619 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We are primarily an Inshore Guide Service specializing in shallow water flats and sight fishing for Redfish( Drum, Puppy Drum), Speckled Trout and a host of other species using the latest fly… Read More...
910 465-9638 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
You can learn to surf in the warm crystaline waters of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Jo and Ed Pickett and their staff of qualified instructors provide an unforgettable surfing… Read More...
910 431-7777 | Website
Location: Wilmington,Wrightsville Beach
Come and join us for an unique nearshore fishing experience in light tackle, fly and ancient fishing on the beautiful North Carolina waters. We are not just about fishing but also offer… Read More...
252 808-5988 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Fishin' Days is an amazing 53' Forbes luxury fishing boat that will run a speedy 27 kts. and is designed specifically for fishing the rich pelagic fertile waters of the Atlantic Ocean off… Read More...
910 256-2231 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Gabby's is one of the lounges located within the Holiday Inn at Wrightsville Beach. It has an oceanfront bar with outdoor seating, features popular local bands who play under the stars on… Read More...
910 274-3565 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We are a family owned surf school that has been located in the Wilmington, North Carolina area for four years. We pride ourselves on safety, quality of instruction, and attention to detail.… Read More...
910 392-3500 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Intracoastal Angler is a full service saltwater fishing outfitter located in Wilmington , NC at Wrightsville Beach. Our mission is to provide the finest products for the most competitive… Read More...
910 617-3474 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Island Time Charters is owned and operated by CAPT. Jeff Lyons. The boat's name is Island Time and is a Grady White center console powered by a Yamaha Saltwater Series, professionally… Read More...
910 256-8286 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Jerry Allen's is a locally owned sports bar on Wrightsville Beach. Whether you want to just go hang out at the bar with friends, watch your favorite sports game or meet new people, Jerry… Read More...
910 256-2743 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Johnnie Mercers Pier ia an all concrete, state of the art 945-foot pier that is a staple of Wrightsville Beach. The pier offers a snack bar, game area and full bathrooms as well as a beautiful view. Read More...
910 333-6688 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
The Pirate Lounge in the King Neptune Restaurant features some 19 premium rums from around the world, including Gosling's and Appleton Estate Jamaican Rum. Microbrewed and imported beers are… Read More...
910 256-0171 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Equal parts dive bar and beach bar - this is a great spot to drop in for a drink. It's a bar utterly without pretense. You walk in and you immediately know you're in a welcoming watering hole. Read More...
910 313-0702 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Welcome aboard Lighten-Up Guide Service, fishing the waters of the Cape Fear Coast and Wrightsville Beach!! This Southern North Carolina Coastal area offers some of the best year round sport… Read More...
910 547-8252 | Website
Location: Carolina Beach,Wilmington,Wrightsville Beach
Welcome to Mahanaim Adventures, your expert guides and provisioners for the BEST outdoor adventures in and around Wilmington, North Carolina. Kayaking, backpacking/hiking, and camping are at… Read More...
910 962-2998 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Masonboro Island is the largest undisturbed barrier island along southern NC's coast. Explore nature trails and see inhabitants such as endangered loggerhead sea turtles and shore birds. … Read More...
910 352-2715 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We're a year round fishing charter and captain-for-hire service based in Wilmington, NC. We specialize in custom light tackle saltwater trips around Topsail Island, Wrightsville Beach,… Read More...
910 256-2231 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Oceanfront Dining! Oceans restaurant is located inside the Holiday Inn Restort on Wrightsville Beach. They offer live music on Friday and Saturday nights from 7pm - 10pm. Read More...
910 262-7148 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Come see why so many anglers choose to fish southeastern North Carolina. Troll for Dolphin (Mahi), Sailfish, and King Mackerel, bottomfish or Grouper and Snapper in the same day. Fish the… Read More...
910 547-0000 | Website
Location: Carolina Beach,Wilmington,Wrightsville Beach
We specialize in "Family Fun Fishing Charters" at Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Island & Figure Eight Island. The Always Smiling Capt. Trev fishes both inshore, Near-shore and… Read More...
910 256-2776 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Reddog's has been the surf/skate hangout for Wrightsville Beach since 1975. Whatever reason you come to Red Dog's, whether dancing, pounding fishbowls, see a band or just hanging with friends… Read More...
910 686-4611 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Sea Turtle Camp is a life enriching marine biology summer camp for teens. You will enter the realm of the sea turtle and make a difference in the health of our planet. Sea Turtle Camp is an… Read More...
910 256-3747 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Seapath Yacht Club is the premier transient stop in Southeastern North Carolina. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Seapath provides first class floating docks including 190 slips and 600 feet of… Read More...
910 509-3040 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Since 1955 The Palm Room has been a fixture in Wrightsville Beach. A place the locals call their "home away from home" and the visitors call their "home away from home". A casual beach bar… Read More...
800 650-9106 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
As North Carolina's most accessible beach from Interstate I-40, it's easy to get to Wrightsville Beach and easier to stay. A clean, breathtaking stretch of white sand and sparkling water… Read More...
910 545-FISH | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach's Own 72' Partyboat. USCG Inspected For 76 Passengers, Twin Diesels and Latest Electronics and Safety Equipment, Fare Includes Bait, Tackle, and Instruction, Fish Cleaning… Read More...
910 256-7873 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
WB Surf Camp offers learn to surf camps for all ages! Our weekly day camps take place at Wrightsville and Kure Beaches for ages 7 and up while our Guppy Ocean Safety Adventure Camps are for… Read More...
910 791-0555 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
If you're looking for top-notch Wrightsville Beach Fishing Charters, you've come to the right place. Whipsaw Fishing Charters offers the best inshore or offshore fishing in the Wrightsville… Read More...
910 332-7284 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
As Wrightsville Beach locals, we know the ins & outs of this island like no one else. We offer a variety of nautical excursions to make your time at Wrightsville Beach unforgettable. Read More...
910 279-3769 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach Jet Ski Rentals is North Carolina's most trusted jet ski and personal watercraft rental company. We have been serving the watercraft rental needs of both vacationers and… Read More...
910 256-6666 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach Marina and Yacht Club is located at ICW mile marker 283.2 on the east bank of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, one-tenth of a mile south of the Wrightsville Beach… Read More...
910 256-2569 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find… Read More...
910 256-7925 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We strive to provide services and leisure opportunities that will contribute significantly toward the physical, social, and emotional well being of the community. Wrightsville Beach Park has… Read More...
910 200-4002 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours and The Cape Fear Naturalist offer a wide variety of tours and excursions for visitors to the beach and year-round residents alike. Whether it is a quick hour… Read More...
910 599-0076 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Serving Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island, we deliver your kayak or paddle board ( SUP ) rental straight to your location and then pick it up when you're done. Whether you choose… Read More...
910 232-1235 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Parasailing company was established in 1998. Since then more than 5,000 people have enjoyed the adventure. With our oldest customer at the age of 82 and our yougest at age 3,… Read More...
910 378-9283 | Website
Location: Wrightsville Beach
We are experienced, avid watermen and women who enjoy sharing the knowledge and love for the sport of standup paddle boarding and surfing. It is our main goal to provide you with an… Read More...








