What You'll Find
Wet Slips & Dry Storage
Transient and seasonal wet slips plus dry-stack storage for boats up to 30 ft. Reserve ahead in summer — slips fill around tournaments and holidays.
Fuel Docks
Pump gas and diesel on the water at the fuel dock. Most carry oil, ice and bait; call ahead for hours off-season.
Boat Ramps & Launch
Public and marina ramps give trailered boats access to the Intracoastal and the New River. Mind tide depth — low water makes shallow approaches tricky.
Charter & Transient Dockage
Tie up for the day or overnight. Charter captains dock here; transient dockage is first-come for visiting cruisers on the ICW.
Before You Dock
- Call ahead for transient slips in summer — marinas fill up on weekends and around fishing tournaments.
- Mind no-wake zones in the Intracoastal Waterway and marina channels; speeds are enforced and fines are steep.
- Check tide depth at the ramp before launching — low tide can make shallow approaches tricky for bigger boats.
- Use pump-out stations; discharging overboard is illegal in North Carolina waters.
- Keep dock lines and fenders ready — currents run strong near the New River and Topsail inlets.
- Watch the weather and inlet conditions; both inlets shift quickly and are best on a calm, incoming tide.
Area Marinas
4 spotsSurf City Marina
Full-service marina at the base of the high-rise bridge with transient slips, a fuel dock, and easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway. A popular departure point for dolphin and eco cruises.
Port City Marina
Full-service marina on the Intracoastal Waterway with transient slips, a fuel dock, pump-out, and easy access to the inlet for offshore runs. Ice, bait and ship's store on site.
New River Marina
Marina on the New River offering wet slips, dry storage and boat lifts with a quick run to the inlet for offshore and inshore anglers.
Sloop Point Marina
Soundside marina with transient dockage, bait and ice, and a protected launch for kayaks and small skiffs exploring the marsh creeks.