Darcy’s guidebook to the Masonboro area, Wilmington, NC
Masonboro neighborhood water access to the Intracoastal Waterway
Trails End Park is a local public boat launch and fishing pier located less than a mile from the Airbnb. Launch kayaks and boats up to 22' long for an adventure down the Intracoastal Waterway or over to Masonboro Island for a beach day without the crowds. There are several rental companies that will deliver kayaks to the launch for you. Parking is free and it can get busy on weekends and after 5pm.
Trails End Boat Ramp
613 Trails End RdTrails End Park is a local public boat launch and fishing pier located less than a mile from the Airbnb. Launch kayaks and boats up to 22' long for an adventure down the Intracoastal Waterway or over to Masonboro Island for a beach day without the crowds. There are several rental companies that will deliver kayaks to the launch for you. Parking is free and it can get busy on weekends and after 5pm.
Launch your boat or kayak and spend the day exploring the Intracoastal Waterway's marshes and island beaches!
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Trails End Park
613 Trails End RdLaunch your boat or kayak and spend the day exploring the Intracoastal Waterway's marshes and island beaches!
Experience and explore like a local: Water Sports & Entertainment
Explore our waterways by boat, kayak, stand up paddleboard/SUP or bicycle! Enjoy dolphin sightings on a sunset cruise. Get tickets for an outdoor concert venue and explore Greenfield Lake Park or the newly extended Riverfront. Get some exercise while taking in the best nature sites in the area, just like the locals!
Enjoy uncrowded access to the ocean and a beach that can only be reached by boat at high tide. Masonboro Island is located between Wrightsville Beach and Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach) If you are bringing your boat, this is a must do! You can also take a shuttle from Wrightsville Beach or rent kayaks from one of the local companies. Kayaking across the Intracoastal Waterway and through the channels is pretty much an advanced activity due to motorboat traffic and the waves that ensue. Please use caution and attempt only with experience!
Shuttle from Wrightsville Beach:
https://wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com/product/island-shuttle/
Masonboro Island State Natural Area
Enjoy uncrowded access to the ocean and a beach that can only be reached by boat at high tide. Masonboro Island is located between Wrightsville Beach and Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach) If you are bringing your boat, this is a must do! You can also take a shuttle from Wrightsville Beach or rent kayaks from one of the local companies. Kayaking across the Intracoastal Waterway and through the channels is pretty much an advanced activity due to motorboat traffic and the waves that ensue. Please use caution and attempt only with experience!
Shuttle from Wrightsville Beach:
https://wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com/product/island-shuttle/
This is a hidden gem located in the Cape Fear River off River Road. Take one of the many sightseeing kayak excursions offered by local companies and spend the day looking for sharks' teeth and other treasures!
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Shark Tooth Island
This is a hidden gem located in the Cape Fear River off River Road. Take one of the many sightseeing kayak excursions offered by local companies and spend the day looking for sharks' teeth and other treasures!
Rent stand up paddle boards, kayaks, bikes and more while exploring Wrightsville Beach! They also offer lessons and guided excursions. If you are new to SUP, this is a great source for all skill levels.
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Wrightsville SUP
96 W Salisbury StRent stand up paddle boards, kayaks, bikes and more while exploring Wrightsville Beach! They also offer lessons and guided excursions. If you are new to SUP, this is a great source for all skill levels.
The lake is closer to downtown and is a favorite kayaking destination for locals. You will see turtles and probably an alligator! It is an excellent place to explore with a paved walking/biking path, paddleboats, a playground and picnic areas and a skate park. Take in an evening concert at the ampitheatre during the summer months.
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Greenfield Park
1739 Burnett BlvdThe lake is closer to downtown and is a favorite kayaking destination for locals. You will see turtles and probably an alligator! It is an excellent place to explore with a paved walking/biking path, paddleboats, a playground and picnic areas and a skate park. Take in an evening concert at the ampitheatre during the summer months.
Hiking trails! Just head down to the marina to grab a trail map.
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Carolina Beach Állami Park
1010 State Park RdHiking trails! Just head down to the marina to grab a trail map.
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheatre DrSeasonal concerts under the stars
Live Oak Bank Pavilion is a brand new concert venue on the Cape Fear River-opened summer 2021
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Riverfront Park
North Water StreetLive Oak Bank Pavilion is a brand new concert venue on the Cape Fear River-opened summer 2021
State-of-the-art auditorium hosting popular musical acts, the PNC Broadway series, Dance performances, and the NC and Wilmington symphonies.
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Wilson Központ a Cape Fear Közösségi Főiskolán
703 N 3rd StState-of-the-art auditorium hosting popular musical acts, the PNC Broadway series, Dance performances, and the NC and Wilmington symphonies.
It is a 15 mile bicycle & pedestrian path that enters several city parks and ends at the Intracoastal Waterway in Wrightsville Beach. Halyburton Park has a large parking lot where you can leave your car.
Cross City Trail, Wilmington, NC, Egyesült Államok
It is a 15 mile bicycle & pedestrian path that enters several city parks and ends at the Intracoastal Waterway in Wrightsville Beach. Halyburton Park has a large parking lot where you can leave your car.
Find Food close by
This pub-style restaurant on Masonboro Loop Rd. is popular with locals and family-friendly with an upstairs dining room. They have excellent burgers and hot sandwiches, wings, house-made chips and comfort food. From 4-7pm kids eat free--one free meal from the kids' menu per regular-priced entree purchased.
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Whiskey Trail at The Creek
4039 Masonboro Loop RdThis pub-style restaurant on Masonboro Loop Rd. is popular with locals and family-friendly with an upstairs dining room. They have excellent burgers and hot sandwiches, wings, house-made chips and comfort food. From 4-7pm kids eat free--one free meal from the kids' menu per regular-priced entree purchased.
You will see the local coffee house chain all over town. They are open early and offer an extensive coffee menu, baked goods and breakfast & lunch sandwiches. Indoor seating and outdoor seating, drive-thru and takeout. You can also pre-order online (look for the link under 'our menu') or by phone.
Port City Java - Masonboro Loop
3301 Masonboro Loop RoadYou will see the local coffee house chain all over town. They are open early and offer an extensive coffee menu, baked goods and breakfast & lunch sandwiches. Indoor seating and outdoor seating, drive-thru and takeout. You can also pre-order online (look for the link under 'our menu') or by phone.
Looking for weekend brunch? This bar and restaurant is a local favorite in the neighborhood. Check out their face...book page for daily updates and photos of the rotating "specials" menus for weekend brunch & dinner.
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The Keg and Egg
4039 Masonboro Loop RdLooking for weekend brunch? This bar and restaurant is a local favorite in the neighborhood. Check out their face...book page for daily updates and photos of the rotating "specials" menus for weekend brunch & dinner.
Local produce, hand-made baked goods & sandwiches to go, gourmet products, wine, regional craft beers on tap and ice cream! This is a great place to treat yourself and pick up a souvenir or gift. If you like, take a look at their impressive website first for products and beers on tap. Stop in at their Carolina Beach location too (more of a quaint farm stand, but with plenty of goodies inside) on the way to the beach!
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The Veggie Wagon
3315 Masonboro Loop RdLocal produce, hand-made baked goods & sandwiches to go, gourmet products, wine, regional craft beers on tap and ice cream! This is a great place to treat yourself and pick up a souvenir or gift. If you like, take a look at their impressive website first for products and beers on tap. Stop in at their Carolina Beach location too (more of a quaint farm stand, but with plenty of goodies inside) on the way to the beach!
Known for their authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks, they have an extensive menu of hot and cold sandwiches. I order the chicken cheesesteak with hot & sweet peppers every time.
J. Michael's Philly Deli
Known for their authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks, they have an extensive menu of hot and cold sandwiches. I order the chicken cheesesteak with hot & sweet peppers every time.
Fresh-cut fries, burgers and lemonade-All made to order! There are several locations, most notably on the way to CB Beach (closest to the Airbnb) and Wrightsville Beach, and by UNCW.
P.T.'s Olde Fashioned Grille
Fresh-cut fries, burgers and lemonade-All made to order! There are several locations, most notably on the way to CB Beach (closest to the Airbnb) and Wrightsville Beach, and by UNCW.
Best dine-in pizza (and everything Italian) close to the Airbnb. The new location is much nicer and larger than the one pictured!
Antonio's Pizza & Pasta
5932 Carolina Beach RoadBest dine-in pizza (and everything Italian) close to the Airbnb. The new location is much nicer and larger than the one pictured!
The Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt Bar
Frozen yogurt and toppings bar near the Airbnb
NY-style pizza: delivery, carry-out or eat-in. The Monkey Junction location is 5 minutes from the Airbnb in the Home Depot plaza. Order on your way "home" from Carolina Beach or stop in for a slice at the Carolina Beach location.
Michaelangelos Pizza
NY-style pizza: delivery, carry-out or eat-in. The Monkey Junction location is 5 minutes from the Airbnb in the Home Depot plaza. Order on your way "home" from Carolina Beach or stop in for a slice at the Carolina Beach location.
Boating needs
Masonboro Country Store
4505 Masonboro Loop RdAll fuel grades are ethanol-free for fueling boats.
Rent kayaks or book a guided kayak tour of local waterways and destinations: Zeke's Island or Shark's Tooth Island. Other services include umbrella & beach chair setup, an affordable luxury at Carolina Beach! They also provide bicycle, paddleboat and surfboard rentals. They will even deliver to you on location at the Airbnb or Trails End Park for a fee.
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Pleasure Island Rentals
2 N Lake Park BlvdRent kayaks or book a guided kayak tour of local waterways and destinations: Zeke's Island or Shark's Tooth Island. Other services include umbrella & beach chair setup, an affordable luxury at Carolina Beach! They also provide bicycle, paddleboat and surfboard rentals. They will even deliver to you on location at the Airbnb or Trails End Park for a fee.
Fishing charter captain
Captain Luke Moser comes highly recommended by one of our guests. She said, "He really worked hard to find us some fish...so enjoyed this young man's energy, love and excitement for his craft!"
https://www.coastlinechartersllc.com/
https://fishingbooker.com/charters/view/15242
local fishing podcast (Luke Moser, guest)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03SD1Z64O_M
CoastLine charters llc
814 Haymarket LaneCaptain Luke Moser comes highly recommended by one of our guests. She said, "He really worked hard to find us some fish...so enjoyed this young man's energy, love and excitement for his craft!"
https://www.coastlinechartersllc.com/
https://fishingbooker.com/charters/view/15242
local fishing podcast (Luke Moser, guest)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03SD1Z64O_M
Local movie theater & restaurant complex
The Pointe at Barclay is a new and rapidly expanding, outdoor shopping center boasting an eclectic variety of eateries and specialty beverage shops. The state-of-the-art movie theater is run by Stone Theatres. On Discount Tuesdays admission is $6.00 until 6pm and $7.50 after 6pm.
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The Pointe 14
2223 Blockbuster RdThe Pointe at Barclay is a new and rapidly expanding, outdoor shopping center boasting an eclectic variety of eateries and specialty beverage shops. The state-of-the-art movie theater is run by Stone Theatres. On Discount Tuesdays admission is $6.00 until 6pm and $7.50 after 6pm.
Sightseeing
Taking the ferry to the quaint town of Southport is a popular and inexpensive way to get out on the water during the summer. Have lunch at a waterfront restaurant there and continue on to explore the Brunswick County Beaches. Regular-size vehicles are $7. Find the schedule on the NCDOT: Ferry Division webpage.
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Fort Fisher Ferry
1301 Ferry Rd SETaking the ferry to the quaint town of Southport is a popular and inexpensive way to get out on the water during the summer. Have lunch at a waterfront restaurant there and continue on to explore the Brunswick County Beaches. Regular-size vehicles are $7. Find the schedule on the NCDOT: Ferry Division webpage.
This is a totally worthwhile attraction to visit on a rainy day or when you need a break from the heat.
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North Carolina Aquarium a Fort Fisherben
900 Loggerhead RdThis is a totally worthwhile attraction to visit on a rainy day or when you need a break from the heat.
"This authentically restored Battleship preserves our proud Naval history and serves as her state’s World War II memorial to the 11,000+ North Carolinians who sacrificed their all for their country."
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Battleship North Carolina
1 Battleship Rd NE"This authentically restored Battleship preserves our proud Naval history and serves as her state’s World War II memorial to the 11,000+ North Carolinians who sacrificed their all for their country."
Book the Masonboro Island Hopper, sunset cruises and sailboat excursions from Wrightsville Beach here.
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Blockade Runner Beach Resort
275 Waynick BlvdBook the Masonboro Island Hopper, sunset cruises and sailboat excursions from Wrightsville Beach here.
Book the Island Shuttle to Masonboro Island, bottom fishing & shelling boat tours or a sunset cruise
Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours
Book the Island Shuttle to Masonboro Island, bottom fishing & shelling boat tours or a sunset cruise
Stroll through seaside gardens and see garden sculptures and a seasonal butterfly house. There is a summer concert series you can purchase tickets for on their website as well.
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Airlie kertek
300 Airlie RdStroll through seaside gardens and see garden sculptures and a seasonal butterfly house. There is a summer concert series you can purchase tickets for on their website as well.
Great idea for a rainy day or to escape the heat! There is a nice cafe inside serving lunch. The museum's exhibits also extend outside to the grounds.
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Cameron Art Museum
3201 S 17th StGreat idea for a rainy day or to escape the heat! There is a nice cafe inside serving lunch. The museum's exhibits also extend outside to the grounds.