Picking Your Own Oysters on Stump Sound
Oyster season on Stump Sound runs October 15 to March 31 and you do not need a license. Where to get to the water, what the rules actually say, and the one almost everybody breaks.
Fall on the Carolina Coast Is the Season Locals Keep
Labor Day empties the beaches from Topsail down to Carolina Beach, and the best three months on this coast begin. Warm water into late October, better fishing, and parking rules that don’t work the way most people assume.
Surf City at the End of Summer
The water holds in the mid to low 70s through most of October, the paid parking winds down, and the crowds go home. September and October are the months locals keep for themselves on Topsail Island.
Your Ultimate Guide to a Surf City & Topsail Island Summer
Explore the ultimate guide to summer activities in Surf City and Topsail Island, NC. Find the best spots for surfing, beachcombing, dining, and family fun.
Your Guide to the Best Parks
The best parks in Surf City, Hampstead and on Topsail Island — playgrounds, boat ramps, sound access and shade, with addresses and what each is best for.
Let’s Go Golf
For our clients who love to hit the links, Timber and Tide is pleased to present this guide to the excellent golfing opportunities surrounding Surf City and Topsail Beach. Whether you're seeking a challenging championship course, a relaxed round with scenic water views, or a unique golf and craft beer experience, you'll find it just a short drive from the island.
Horses on the Beach?
Shackleford Banks is a barrier island system on the coast of Carteret County, North Carolina. It contains a herd of feral horses, scallops, crabs, and various sea animals, including summer nesting by loggerhead turtles. It is a tourist and beach camping site.
We are Going to Need a Bigger Boat!
Gonna need a bigger boat! Every way to get one in the water around Hampstead, Surf City and Topsail — private docks, deeded slips, marinas and ramps.