Click the activity you're interested in!Tony Silvagni Surf School
(910) 232-1592
Island Kite & Surf
(910) 458-7005
Pleasure Island has nice waves and beautiful warm water. It's a great place to learn how to surf. These friendly surf pros will set up a lesson for you, your kids or the whole family.
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Learn to surfIsland Ice Factory
The Island Ice Factory
On the Boardwalk
Carolina Beach
(910) 707-0366The Island Ice Factory makes homemade Gelato, Sorbetto and Italian Water Ice as you watch. They also have waffle cones (homemade of course), sodas and coffee.
Back to topFamily Fun in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, NC
The Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will help you find things to do that are fun for the whole family
while you vacation in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Beach vacations are all about the kids, so
we've listed activities that are fun for parents, grandparents and children. Fishing, boating, touring,
hiking, and exploring...it's all here on Pleasure Island.On the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach. Try the "Any Fudge Sundae" - you pick the fudge to be melted on an ice cream sundae made to order. They also serve candy, taffy, popcorn, coffee and soda.
Back to topIce Cream & TreatsIt's the classic beach activity. Get yourself a beach cruiser and explore the island. You can rent bikes, scooters and unique sets of wheels by the hour, the day or the week. Check out our touring map to see the best routes.
Back to topTheCarolina Beach has a nice skate park located at Mike Chappell Park. (Check our maps for the location.) Call the Parks & Rec office for information or check the online camera to see if it's crowded.
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Skateboard at the skateparkHike in Carolina Beach State ParkCarolina Beach State Park is a beautiful 950 acre nature preserve on the banks of the Cape Fear River. Sugarloaf Dune rises 56' above the river and the view is great. The 2-mile round trip hike takes you through marshes, beaches and maritime forest.
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Kayak ToursThe the lower Cape Fear River has over 8,000 acres of saltmarsh and tidal creeks to explore. Get out there and do it! These companies offer guided tours for families, large groups or small groups. Rentals too!
Back to topThe Pirate Tales boat cruiseRelive the adventures of legendary pirates on this fun tour. Famous stroy-teller Tim Dillinger, dressed in full pirate regalia, entertains kids with stories and demonstrations the whole way. It finishes with a visit to Money Island where Captain Kidd buried treasure that is yet to be found.
Back to topSee Southport by ferry and trolleyHistoric Southport is just a short ferry ride away. Leave your car to avoid waiting in line. When you get to the Southport side the trolley will be waiting to take you into town. The ferry and trolley rides are half the fun!
Back to topGo cruising on a golf cart or sport coupePleasure Island Rentals has street legal golf carts and sport coupes that you can rent by the hour, the day or the week. It's a great way to see the island or bring your stuff to the beach. Check out our touring map to see the best routes.
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Pleasure Island Rentals
(910) 458-4747Paddle around Carolina Beach LakeGet some sun as you pedal leisurely around Carolina Beach Lake in a single or double paddle boat, or pick up speed in a barracuda bike or a kayak.
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Wheel Fun Rentals
(910) 458-4545Take a family portraitThere's no better time for a family portrait than during your vacation. You're tan, relaxed and the island has many scenic backdrops for your picture. These photographers are friendly and professional.
Back to topMake your own souvenirAt Pic-n-Paint on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk you can paint your own pottery, ornaments or mementos. They'll fire it in their in-house kiln and you can take it home the next day. A perfect activity for a rainy day.
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Pic-n-Paint
(910) 458-5795Free fireworks every Thursday nightEvery Thursday night in the summer you can catch a free fireworks show at the historic Boardwalk in Carolina Beach. There's also a concert and kid activities before the fireworks.
Back to topFree outdoor movies every Sunday nightSettle in for an outdoor movie next to Carolina Beach Lake. They're every Sunday night and they're free!
Back to topThe FudgeboatSquigley's Ice Cream & TreatsThis old-timey ice cream parlor has premium hard ice cream and sherbet (also available in low carb and sugar free). Want to turn your ice cream into a Squigley? Pick the ingredients you want to add – like M&Ms, Oreos or fruit – and they’ll mix it in with their patented Squigley machine. The possibilities are endless.
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