Southport, our home and safe haven

SOUTHPORT

Waterfront home in Southport

Southport is located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. From long ago pirate ships to today´s shrimping and fishing boats, and also all the many varieties of recreational vessels, Southport´s protected harbor has long been known for it´s beauty and friendly people.

Picture by Jim Harper

Sunset at Southport's Marina

Take a walk under all the awesome oak trees that lead you down the streets to see all the historic homes that will take you back in time. As laid back as Southport is you will not believe the wonderful bustling city that lies beneath the surface. There are 15 antique shops with 75 dealers, historic sites and landmarks, the Southport Maritime Museum, Orton Gardens, Old Brunswick Town, a delicious variety of restaurants, art galleries and
relaxing parks, fishing piers, and much more.
Picture by Jim Harper

View of Ship from Waterfront Park


Southport's Waterfront Park & Pier

You will not want to miss the Riverwalk, which starts at Waterfront Park and weaves around the riverfront through the Old Yacht Basin to the Southport Marina. There are several places to sit along the way to take in the sights and sounds. And also the most popular park is Waterfront Park, where you can sit on one of the many bench swings and relax while watching the transoceanic ships from everywhere pass on their way up the Cape Fear River to the State Ports of Wilmington. Bring you camera, you won´t want to miss the photo opportunities. It is so photogenic that a number of motion pictures and TV films have been made here due to the beauty that Southport has to offer.
Picture by Jim Harper

Town of Southport, City pier & Southport Marina

There is also the City Pier where amoung other things Brunswick County Park & Recreations hold an annual kids fishing tournament (which the kids just love) and the Southport Marina. Southport is "The Home of the North Carolina 4th of July Festival" and over 40,000 people flock to see the 4th of July Parade and fireworks over the Cape Fear River. They also enjoy the variety of street vendors and live music available at the water's edge.

Picture by Lisa Williams



JROTC in Our 4th of July Parade

View of the Cape Fear Rive