Things to Do
Old Baldy Lighthouse
| Old Baldy is just a short walk from the Inn at Bald Head Island. Come inside the Smith Island Museum & Gift Shop to purchase tickets for self guided tours of the museum and North Carolina`s oldest lighthouse. The shop offers books, t-shirts, home goods, souvenirs and more. Proceeds benefit the Old Baldy Foundation. Admission to the museum, which includes the opportunity to climb the lighthouse, is $8 for adults 13 and up and $5 for youth ages 3 to 12. Under 3 free. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-4 pm. No tickets sold a half hour prior to close. | |
| Location: | 101 Lighthouse Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461-3982 |
| Phone: | 910-457-7481 |
Bald Head Island Conservancy
| The Bald Head Island Conservancy is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1983. Its Barrier Island Study Center campus, which is open to the public, is located near the base of the Cape Fear Light. The Conservancy`s motto is to Discover, Learn, Conserve and Preserve. The Conservancy engages in scientific research that benefits coastal communities and provides numerous recreational programs and educational activities to the public. Be sure to stop by Turtle Central, a marvelous gift shop on the campus where proceeds support the Conservancy`s mission. | |
| Location: | 700 Federal Rd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461-5052 |
| Phone: | 910-457-0089 |
Bald Head Island Club
| Open year-round, the Bald Head Island Club is situated in full view of the Atlantic Ocean and overlooking a championship 18-hole golf course. Enjoy swimming, tennis, and croquet at the well-appointed recreation facilities or get a workout in the fitness center next to the golf shop. Peruse our menu of regional seafood and other marvelous cuisine which uses only the freshest of ingredients. | |
| Location: | 1 Salt Meadow Trail, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 |
| Phone: | 910-457-7300 |
Shoals Club
| Overlooking the legendary Cape Fear Point, the Shoals Club takes its name from the sandy "Frying Pan Shoals" that extend some 20 miles from the cape. From the club`s extraordinary vantage point, members and guests enjoy fine and casual dining, swimming, direct beach access, and a host of activities for children and adults. | |
| Location: | 100 Station House Way, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 |
| Phone: | 910-454-4888 |
Bald Head Historic Island Tours
| Tour Bald Head Island with a knowledgeable guide. Includes on-island transportation, admission to Old Baldy Lighthouse and museum, and 10% discount in the lighthouse gift shop. Approximately 2 hours. $35 (ages 4 and up). Tours every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday 10:30 am ferry. Already on island? Meet at the ferry landing at 10:50. | |
| Location: | 101 Lighthouse Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461-3982 |
| Phone: | 910-457-7481 |
Riverside Outdoor Recreation
| Riverside Outdoor Recreation`s kayak, paddleboard, and surfboard rentals get you out on the water in no time. Their Ghost Walks are the stuff of legend. Nearby, Will O` the Wisp is home to lively events like Trivia, Music Bingo and the Sunset Celebration Party. | |
| Location: | 10 Marina Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 |
| Phone: | 910-457-4944 |
Coastal Urge
| Coastal Urge is a go-to for kayak excursions, paddleboard rentals, surfboard rentals and more. Their knowledgeable staff can set you up to explore the island in no time. | |
| Location: | Maritime Way, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 |
| Toll Free: | 800-383-4443 |
M. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail
| Located just off Federal Road, the M. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail spans the marsh along Bald Head Creek and winds through a maritime forest hammock. On the trail you`ll have a chance to see a range of Bald Head Island`s flora and fauna. Tree and plant species are labeled along the way. You`re almost always sure to spot waterbirds feeding along the marsh. | |
| Location: | Federal Road near the intersection of Muscadine Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC |
Get Reelin Fishing Charters, Inc
| Get Reelin Fishing Charters is equipped with fast and comfortable boats for your fishing pleasure. Both boats have cabins with bathrooms, and comfort to get out of the sun and weather. We provide a blanket fishing license for each boat so no license is needed by you. We provide all the fishing gear, ice and bait. You only need to bring sunscreen, beverage and food. We also have two back water fishing boats. We serve the Oak Island, Southport, Bald Head Island and Holden Beach areas of South Eastern North Carolina | |
| Location: | Bald Head Island |
| Phone: | 910-386-8568 |