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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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Ocean Isle Beach, NC Vacation Guide

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Victory Beach Vacations

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Pleasure Island duplex, a local favorite...

Handsomely placed on Pleasure Island, halfway between Kure Beach Pier and Carolina Beach boardwalk, this duplex is located on a peaceful street. It has wood floors, two handsome ocean-side decks, an outdoor shower, grille, and parking for four...

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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...

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Greenfield Lake Park

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Sands 4 #2-A  - Oceanfront Condo with Pr...

Minimum age requirement. Registered guest must be 25 years of age or old and must be staying in the property. Sands 4 Unit #2-A Oceanfront. 2nd floor, Located across from Carolina Beach Lake and near the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Family Oriented...

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Southport Marsh Walk

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Kure Beach Ocean Front Park & Pavilion

One of Kure Beach’s newest pubic parks is already becoming one of its most popular, thanks to a prime location along the oceanfront, and a host of concerts, shows, and special events that have all been held within its borders. The Kure Beach...

Masonboro Inlet

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Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

The small but well-stocked Wrightsville Beach Museum of History is a charming little attraction that may not take very long to explore, but nevertheless presents a complete and fascinating portrait of this surprisingly long-standing beach town.

Intracoastal Waterway - Cape Fear Area

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4 bedrooms + 4.5 baths. Warm sands and gently crashing waves of Wrightsville Beach welcome you to reconnect with family and friends in this spectacular oceanfront home. Create magical memories in the Ideal Beach Getaway!!This marvelous 4 bedroom...

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Bald Head Woods

But despite being an instrumental component to the island's very existence, and a protector against erosion and storms, Bald Head Woods serves a more visible role as a fun, outdoor destination for visitors to enjoy off the beach. A popular spot with...

Kure Beach

Sandwiched in between the hopping beach town of Carolina Beach and the quiet shorelines of Fort Fisher and the Zeke’s Island Reserve, Kure Beach is a picturesque beach vacation destination that offers a little bit of everything to visitors...