Kayaking Tips & News

Masonboro Island isn’t just an empty beach; it’s a working coastal ecosystem. Here’s a guide to the birds, marine life, and habitats you’re likely to see on a kayak trip out there.

Wrightsville Beach kayak rentals and tours cover more ground than most visitors expect, from sound-side paddling right at the beach to guided trips out to Masonboro Island. Here’s how it breaks down.

Kayaking around Wilmington is generally safe, especially with a guide, but tides and weather can change quickly on the coast. Here’s what beginners should actually know before heading out.

Masonboro Island is the largest undeveloped barrier island in southern North Carolina, and it’s only reachable by water. This complete guide covers the best launch points near Wilmington, when to go, what wildlife to expect, and how to choose between a guided kayak tour and a self-guided kayak rental for your trip.

Kayaking with kids doesn’t have to be stressful. Here’s an honest look at what makes family kayak tours near Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington actually work, including age guidelines and a few things worth knowing.

Masonboro Island is only reachable by water, which raises an obvious question: can you actually kayak there? Yes, here’s what first-timers should know about launch points, tides, and choosing between a guided tour and a rental.

Golden light, calmer water, and a different side of the marsh. Here’s what to expect from a sunset kayak tour in Wilmington, NC, from timing to wildlife to what to pack.

Wilmington’s mild coastal climate means you can kayak almost year-round, but each season looks different on the water. Here’s what to expect by month, and when the conditions are actually best.

Wilmington’s coastline is full of good paddling, but not all of it is easy to find on your own. Here’s a local rundown of the best places to kayak nearby, from barrier islands to a quiet creek downtown.