Topsail Island

Experiences · Topsail Island, North Carolina

Pristine beaches, maritime forests, and small-town charm along Carolina’s coast.

Local picks for your Topsail Island stay, from the hospitality team at Lewis Realty Associates.

Local picks

Ways to fill a day

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RESTAURANTS

JM’s On The Water

JM’s On The Water, Daddy Mac’s Beach Grille, Riverview Cafe, Lewis Seafood Shack

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BARS & BREWERIES

Gilligan’s

Gilligan’s, The Trailer Bar, Salty Turtle Beer Co

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BAKERY

Burney’s Sweets & More

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SHOPS

East Coast Sports

East Coast Sports, Herring’s Outdoor Sports

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FISHING SPOTS

Surf City Pier

Surf City Pier, out on the water in the estuaries

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THINGS TO DO IN TOPSAIL

Anything in

Anything in and on the water, including a lot of boating, offshore fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, spearfishing

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