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Cape Fear area Fishing Tournaments Events - 2025 Schedule

Cape Fear area Fishing Tournaments Events - 2025 Schedule
This Week
Saturday, July 12th - Sunday, July 13th
Carolina Beach

Summer is a fine time to drop a line in Carolina Beach, and during this annual fishing tournament, visiting anglers can discover just how much fun the local fishing scene can be while having a chance at landing some incredible prizes. The Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic is held over the course of a July weekend, and it features plenty of activities, comradery, and of course, plenty of exceptional fishing along the Cape Fear coastline.

Week of September 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Friday, September 5th - Saturday, September 6th
Wilmington

Anglers can explore the exceptional fishing of the Carolina Beach inshore waters while hopefully cashing in on some attractive prizes at this annual tournament that reels in local and visiting anglers alike. The Carolina Beach Inshore Challenge is a fun and full-day fishing tournament that targets the waters of Carolina Beach Inlet and beyond to reel in some big rewards.

Week of September 29, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Thursday, October 2nd - Saturday, October 4th
Southport

The fall season is prime time when it comes to exceptional fishing, and anglers of all varieties can get their lines wet by participating in the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament. Based at the local Dutchman Creek Park and featuring tons of prizes for anglers who sign up every year, this multiple day fishing tournament is a great way to explore the expansive waters of the Cape Fear region while landing in some big cash prizes along the way.

Week of October 13, 2025 - October 19, 2025
Friday, October 17th - Sunday, October 19th
Carolina Beach

October is prime fishing time on the coastline of North Carolina, and visitors can join in the fun and enjoy a little competition with big potential prizes at the annual Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge. Known as one of the best land-based surf fishing tournaments on the beach, this annual competition is a great way to enjoy the fantastic fall fishing while potentially scoring thousands of dollars in cash and prizes.

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Bald Head Island

Bald Head Island, a roughly 5 square mile southern North Carolina barrier island that extends into the Atlantic Ocean, may be a small and secluded island destination, but it makes up for its size with a world of exclusive and elite vacation style.

Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Free linens, towels, kayaks, bikes! Walk...
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-Totally remodeled, vintage canal bungalow-Ideally located on natural canal with private dock and direct ICW access-Short walk (shorter bicycle ride) to everything (beach, eateries, etc)-Massive rear deck overlooking canal-Custom constructed Tiki...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Hot Tub & Saltwater Pool!  3min Walk to ...

Stunning 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home with Pool & Hot Tub – Only 3 Minute Walk to the Beach!Welcome to your ideal hideaway! This freshly modernized 3-bed, 2-bath home offers a modern and comfortable getaway, with everything you need for a calming...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cape Fear Museum

The Cape Fear Museum, (shorthand for the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science), has been educating and entertaining visitors for well over 100 years. Founded in 1898, the museum is the oldest operating museum in North Carolina, and welcomes...

Marina Magic: Poolside Comfort & Cuisine...

Discover coastal heaven from this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo near Wrightsville Beach. With a King bed, sleeper couch, and a range of modern amenities, including a community pool and proximity to waterfront dining, it's the ideal getaway for your...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wrightsville Beach Park

The sunny Wrightsville Beach Park, conveniently located in the heart of town, is a fantastic destination for an outdoor adventure that doesn't necessarily entail a trip to the beach. Adjacent to the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation's main...

Cape Fear Museums

From the historic homes of Wilmington’s famed residents to coastal destinations that highlight the life of vacationers past, there’s a lot to uncover when it comes to the Cape Fear area’s many enticing museums. Spend a cloudy day...

Bird Island Reserve

Visitors who take a trip to the very southern tip of the North Carolina coastline will be treated to a wild landscape where the local wildlife thrives – the Bird Island Reserve. Situated on the border of North and South Carolina, this...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

BRAND NEW Canal Front Home on Beach Acce...
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THE LOCATIONCome savor handsome Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina in this charming new home with all the amenities, including a private swimming pool and elevator. Take in marvelous vistas of the ocean and intercoastal waterway from the upsized decks...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
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Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape...

Masonboro Inlet

Known in local mariner circles as one of the easiest inlets to cruise through in North Carolina, Masonboro Inlet is much more than just a straight-shot channel to the Atlantic Ocean. The waters and the cool beaches surrounding the waters are ideal...

3 Bedroom Condo in Central Business Dist...

Savor a Sunset Cruise for any four-nighttime minimum stay! Located at Stoked Village in the hub of the Central Business District, Deep Blue is a three-bedroom condo that offers the convenience of on-premises shopping, dining, and painless access to...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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Cape Fear area Surfing Guide

Surfing is big in the Cape Fear area, and it’s a sport that has been enjoyed by decades of locals and vacationers alike. With gentle summertime waves that are perfect for beginners, and larger and more challenging swells that can make an...

Cape Fear Scenic Spots

Drafting a full list of all the scenic spots in the Cape Fear region can be a daunting task. This corner of coastal North Carolina features miles of stunning terrain to admire, which is accented with a collection of public parks, local fishing...