Spend a Day at The Kure Beach Fishing Pier

Kure Beach is a popular spot for boating tours and fishing charters due to its location on the Atlantic coast.

When staying in one of our Kure Beach vacation rentals, you’ll love being near the beach with easy access to the ocean and several nearby inlets and creeks.

Visitors fish from the Kure Beach Pier, a popular spot for catching various fish species using multiple techniques.

Kure Beach Fishing

Kure Beach also offers the opportunity to catch a variety of bottom-dwelling species using live or cut bait or a bottom rig with a small weight.  Fishing in Kure Beach can be a fun and rewarding experience for visitors of all ages and skill levels. With various species available to catch and different fishing opportunities, it’s an excellent spot for anglers to enjoy.

Kure Beach Pier

Kure Beach Pier is a popular spot for fishing and sightseeing. The pier extends 1,000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, allowing visitors to catch various fish species while enjoying the beautiful coastal views.

One of the most popular activities at the pier is fishing. The dock offers fishing options, including casting, trolling, and jigging. Visitors can catch various species, including red drum, spotted seatrout, flounder, black drum, and bluefish. Live bait and lures are commonly used to attract these species, and the pier also rents fishing equipment for those who need it.

The pier also has a bait and tackle shop where visitors can purchase live bait, lures, and other fishing supplies. They also have a variety of fishing equipment for rent. The shop takes fishing lessons for those new to the sport or who want to improve their skills.

In addition to fishing, the pier also offers other activities, such as sightseeing and photography. Visitors can take in the beautiful coastal views and watch for passing dolphins, sea turtles, and marine life. The pier has an excellent spot for photography, with the opportunity to capture the stunning Atlantic Ocean and coastal views.

The pier is open year-round, but hours may vary depending on the season. Visitors should check the pier’s website or call ahead for current hours and rates. The dock also offers various amenities, such as restrooms, concessions, and picnic areas.

The Kure Beach Pier is an excellent destination for visitors of all ages. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, the pier offers fishing options and a beautiful coastal setting. So, pack your fishing gear and sunscreen and come down to Kure Beach Pier for an exciting day of fishing and sightseeing.

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Kure Beach Fishing Charters

Kure Beach fishing charters offer various options for anglers of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time fisherman, you’ll find a trip that suits your needs. Some charters specialize in inshore fishing, while others offer offshore trips, where you can catch larger fish. 

One of the most significant advantages of booking a fishing charter is that you’ll have access to experienced captains and crew to provide you with all the necessary equipment and who know the best spots to catch fish. They will also help with baiting, casting, and reeling in the fish, making your fishing experience as enjoyable as possible.

Another benefit of a fishing charter is the opportunity to catch a wider variety of fish than you would otherwise. Charters often have access to various fishing spots, including inlets, bays, and offshore waters, increasing your chances of catching a trophy fish or even a new species.

Kure Beach fishing charters also offer flexibility in terms of duration and departure times. Trips can range from half-day excursions to full-day or even overnight trips allowing you to plan a fishing trip that fits your schedule and budget.

Seahawk

Seahawk Fishing Charters is a fishing charter company based in Kure Beach, with fishing trips, including inshore, nearshore, and offshore trips. They target species such as red drum, flounder, trout, sharks, and more. They typically provide all necessary equipment and bait, and their boats are equipped with modern electronics to help locate fish. They also offer customized trips to cater to different skill levels and group sizes. Visit their website for more information about the journey, prices, and availability.

You’re in the perfect place if you want a full day out fishing.  Seahawk Fishing Charters gets you catching fish, whether a beginner or pro. Snapper is the main targeted species, but kingfish, kawaii, trevally, tarakihi, and john dory are also regular visitors. Rods and a supply of top-notch pilchards for bait are available. Skipper and crew are there to help, showing you how to bait your hooks; the way to set your line and hold your rod is second nature to this group. Enjoy the beautiful waters of our harbor and the Hauraki Gulf as you head to our favorite fishing spots.

Brannon Charters

Brannin Charters provide outstanding inshore fishing charter services. All charters depart from Kure Beach and travel to the Bald Head and Fort Fisher back channels. The region is stunning, full of bays and miles-long creek channels that provide excellent fishing opportunities. Join Captain Michael Brannin on board, and the two of you will have a blast out on the sea!

The captain provides a variety of fishing methods, including fly, bottom, spinning, jigging, and bow fishing. On every trip, the light tackle will be utilized. Chasing Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Black Drum will be enjoyable. Kids are welcome; you’re free to keep the fish you catch. There is provision for all the gear, bait, and tackle needed to make your experience unforgettable. Foul weather gear, such as bibs and rain jackets, are provided in the event of poor weather and pop-up rain.

Plan Your Visit to Kure Beach

Start planning your visit to the Kure Beach Fishing Pier and your trip to one of our Carolina or Kure Beach rentals!

Kure Beach Vacation Rentals

Our rentals range from oceanfront condos, beach houses, and apartments to cottages and townhomes. Many of our rentals have private balconies, swimming pools, and hot tubs and are conveniently located near local attractions such as the Kure Beach Pier, the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, and the Pleasure Island Lighthouse.

Pink Pearl

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Pink Pearl is a renovated cottage with a seaside design with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a front porch with rocking chairs, and lots of parking. 

A dog is permitted at a cost at Pink Pearl. You can also look forward to a living area with a sleeping sofa, a Smart TV, and WiFi for your leisure. Additional features include a dishwasher, drip coffee maker, dryer, first-floor unit, microwave, outdoor shower, refrigerator, washer, and WiFi.

Gina’s Gem

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Gina’s Gem is a cute small two-bedroom Kure Beach rental with subtle simplicity. The beach is four streets away from this rental and has gorgeous ocean views. Our house features a washer/dryer and central air conditioning. Additionally, amenities include a dishwasher, drip coffee maker, dryer, DVD player, fence around the yard, grill, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, outdoor shower, pets are allowed, refrigerator, WiFi, and parking for two cars. Only mattress pads, pillows, and comforters are provided for both rentals.

Stay with Network Vacation Rentals

At Network Vacation Rentals, we offer high-class vacation amenities and convenience in rentals that can suit your taste and that of your family, offering a variety of Carolina Beach rentals!  You can visit our website for Carolina and Kure beach oceanfront vacation rentals to make reservations today.