Whether you are interested in hanging out on the water or exploring on land the Island and surrounding areas have many options for avid fisherman, hikers, kayakers and more looking for adventure.

• North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 

• Fort Macon State Park - Great historical place to explore or fish in the surf around the rock jetty or close to the coast guard station.

• Hammocks Beach State Park 

• Cape Lookout and Lighthouse - Iconic North Carolina Lighthouse requires a ferry to get there so checkout the list of services available here 

• Island Hopping / Eco Tours - Many companies offer ferries or charters to these island’s. Look up more options online or checkout Pogie’s for Swansboro side options or Island Express Ferry for Beaufort side options.

  • Shackleford Banks 

  • Bear Island

  • Shark Tooth Island

• Fishing - If fishing from the Surf is not enough check out these additional ideas…

  • Bogue Pier - No fishing license required

  • Oceania Pier - No fishing license required

  • Charters - Many different types of charters available from Nearshore to Offshore. Recommend calling around or looking at Fishingbooker.com. For less costly options you can try a head boat like Captain Stacy up in Atlantic Beach, just make sure you do not get seasick easily. Couple of Emerald Isle local charters listed below...

    • Buck Nasty Charters

    • Pirates Life 4 Us Charters

• Kayak and Boat Rental - Kayaks or Renting a boat is a fun way to self-explore the Island. Here are just a couple of options to consider.

  • Emerald Isle Adventures 

  • Emerald Isle Rentals and Charters 

  • Pogie's 

• Surfing, Kiteboarding, E-Foiling - click here for links to lessons and experiences in the area that are available on our Golf & Recreation page.

If you are looking for some suggested places to go fishing while on the island take a look at the fishing map based on spots we have fished in our visits over the years. The map is focused on spots people without kayak, paddleboard or boat would gravitate toward however many of them have some access for watercraft just scout out before going. We hope you have success fishing when visiting and let us know on our facebook page anything you catch!