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Between Myrtle Beach and Wilmington, Bald Head Island is Just off the Coast of Southport, NC. |
Bald Head Island is located five miles off the coast of Southport, NC, and accessible only by passenger ferry or private boat. The ferry ride is about 20 minutes. Island transportation is by electric golf cart.
Bald Head Island Ferry Information: Reservations to Island: 910-457-5003 Reservations from Island: 910-457-5006 Bald Head Island is only accessible by passenger ferry or private boat. The ferry to Bald Head Island leaves Southport from Deep Point Marina located at 1301 Ferry Road (See Map Below). As a general rule of thumb the ferry to Bald Head Island departs Deep Point Marina on the hour and departs Bald Head Island on the half hour. Please note that reservations cannot be made on-line. You must call for reservations. During the peak summer season and on holidays it is important to make reservations. It is always wise to make reservations, however reservations are NOT required. You may purchase your tickets upon arrival. Go to Summer Ferry Schedule > 3/1 - 11/30 Go to Winter Ferry Schedule > 12/1 - 2/29 Prices: Ferry Rates (Round Trip) Effective January 1, 2011 Adults - $23.00 Children (3-12) - $12.00 Children Under 3 - Free Cargo Ticket - $23.00 (Bikes, Kayaks, Canoes, Etc.) Luggage: You may drop your luggage off at the ferry terminal before parking your car. Deep Point Marina will load your luggage onto the ferry and unload it upon arrival. Please label all luggage. If you are packing additional items such as groceries, make sure they are in sealed containers. A good rule of thumb is to pack like you are flying. Golf clubs should be in your golf bag with a hood. Bicycles, kayaks and other over-sized items should be clearly labeled. You may want to see What to Pack > Island Transfers: (Tram Service) Your ferry ticket includes tram service to your accommodations upon arrival, and to the ferry terminal on departure from the island. When paying for your reserved tickets, please tell the attendant the name or address of your accommodations and it will be given to the tram driver on the island. You need to call and reserve tram service the day before your departure date. The tram will pick you up at your accommodations. You should be ready for pick-up by the tram service an hour before your ferry departure time. Island Transportation: Your primary mode of transportation is by golf cart. Golf carts are included with home and room rentals. If you are just taking a day-trip you may rent a golf cart on the island. Call 910-457-4944. Driving: Bald Head Island Resort is at the Southern-most corner of coastal North Carolina. Driving here is easy from the Southern, Eastern and Mid-Atlantic States. Flying: The Wilmington, NC airport (ILM) is a 30 minute drive from Southport. The Myrtle Beach (MYR) airport is an hour drive from Southport, the embarkation point to Bald Head Island. Private planes can use Cape Fear Regional Jetport. For more information on flying into Cape Fear Regional Jetport (formerly Brunswick County Airport) go to this page > If you are flying to Bald Head Island, there are a number of car rental agencies and private transportation services you can use to take you to Deep Point Marina. Arrival by Private Boat: 910-457-7380 If you are arriving by private boat, the Bald Head Island Marina has temporary slips available. To reserve a slip call 910-457-7380 or email: dockmaster@bhisland.com. Deep Point Marina Map: 1301 Ferry Road, Southport, NC 28461
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