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Carolina Beach Municipal Marina


Dock
Offered

Mooring
Offered

Day Trip
Not Offered
110 Carl Winner St
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Check-in after 01:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM
VHF 16

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410 Reviews

by Jean B. - Verified user on Jun 02, 2026
Great place to hide from bad weather for the price. Really nice new docks w plenty of cleats. Larry, the dock manager is just a nice guy. Great beaches close by and a lot of good restaurant choices. Will be back!

by Thomas K. - Verified user on May 31, 2026
Good mooring, great dingy docks, close to town and beach. We have 2 dogs and this was perfect for shore and beach access.

by Sandra G. - Verified user on May 31, 2026
Great stay even with the storm and Larry was really helpful!

by Will K. - Verified user on May 31, 2026
Stayed on mooring ball. Loved it. Highly recommend.

by Tori D. - Verified user on May 29, 2026
Easy in and out. Great place to stay

by Joseph F. - Verified user on May 29, 2026
Great people safe new moorings

by Todd T. - Verified user on May 27, 2026
Great people. Great location. Happy skipper.

by Denise S. - Verified user on May 26, 2026
The mooring pennants were so easy to grab in the spicy winds. The stainless steel eye was free from barnacles and debris. Great area ti investigate with the dinghy too.

by Raffi K. - Verified user on May 25, 2026
wonderful moorings and land facilities. Close to Publix and many restaurants and beach. We've visited Carolina beach for many years and will continue so.

by William A. - Verified user on May 24, 2026
Best mooring field ground tackle ever. Larry is great. Will help you with anything you need.

by Tom D. on May 20, 2026
Carolina Beach makes it easy! Got a mooring for 2 nights after an ocean passage. Nice dinghy docks both at the mooring field and at the city docks. Would like to see better bathhouse facilities, but a wonderful place to stop!

by Tom M. - Verified user on May 14, 2026
The folks were extremely accommodating as our plans changed due to weather. The moorings were clean and appeared to be able to withstand gale force winds. The spacing between moorings was excellent. We never felt we were at risk of swinging into other boats. The communication with the folks at Carolina Beach was excellent and we will return! Larry the Harbormaster is great and kind.
Marina Response:
Thanks Tom for your stay with us and nlce comments! Look forward to seeing you back again! Larry

by James P. - Verified user on May 13, 2026
Larry and staff were awesome!

by Lawrence T. - Verified user on May 13, 2026
Well maintained moorings. Easy pick up and departure. Kudos to Larry Denning!

by Suzanne O. - Verified user on May 12, 2026
Very friendly and accommodating!

by Jack C. - Verified user on May 11, 2026
One of our favorite places to moor. The balls are clean and easy to hook, it's quiet and the water is beautiful. On top of that, harbor master Larry Denning is very helpful and welcoming. Will definitely be back!

by Jonathan W. - Verified user on May 11, 2026
Great spot, Dockmaster Larry is awesome and a great help if you need a hand.

by john b. - Verified user on May 10, 2026
Great price and an incredible location. Perfect for partying or provisioning. Definitely worth a visit.

by Agathe v. - Verified user on May 09, 2026
Super nice. Jarret and Larry did their best to insure us a smooth docking with strong winds.

by Marc L. - Verified user on May 08, 2026
Great place! Mooring balls are fantastic! Larry was very nice to work with coming in late in poor conditions.

by Theresa C. - Verified user on May 08, 2026
Great place to provision! Easy in & out!

by David S. - Verified user on May 06, 2026
I’ve stayed here many times over the years. Easy in, easy out, and well protected. I’ll be back again.
Marina Response:
Thanks for your nice comments David

by Allison C. - Verified user on May 05, 2026
Best mooring ball design ever. They are tall, long line, and have a “hat.” You drop your line in the hat so it dries out. If you miss…staff comes by later to put it. Larry was very helpful when talking on phone. Publix and Boardwalk are both short walks.

by Ed D. - Verified user on May 03, 2026
Very nice spot. People are friendly and ready to assist. Very responsive to reservation requests and changes.

by Patricia F. - Verified user on May 03, 2026
What a great place!! We stayed on a mooring ball easy access to dinghy docks and town. Publix was 1 mile away
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About Carolina Beach Municipal Marina

Carolina Beach Municipal Marina & Mooring Field Located along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway at mile marker 295, the Harbor at Carolina Beach offers 130 acres of protected inland waters in the heart of Carolina Beach, North Carolina. Our Municipal Marina and Mooring Field provide convenient access to everything the area has to offer—restaurants, grocery stores, the boardwalk, beaches, and more—all just steps from your boat. Whether you're staying for a few days or passing through, you’ll find everything you need within easy reach, along with rental options for bikes, golf carts, and cars to explore the island or nearby Wilmington. Shuttle service to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), just 20 minutes away, is also available.


Dockage & Mooring We offer year-round reservation for transient vessels: • 12 mooring balls, 15’ minimum depth at low tide, $35 a night • 5 transient slips, four 20’ wide, one 30’ wide, all have 6’ to 8’ minimum depth at low tide, 50-amp power to GFI compliant vessels, $85 a night • Vessel length: 26’ to 65’ • Vessel must have head and sleeping area.
• Maximum stay: 10 days within any 90-day period (applies to slips, moorings, and anchorage) All vessels must be properly registered (or have valid travel documentation) and insured with information on vessel profile in Dockwa.


Navigation The mooring field is located south of Snows Cut near ICW day marker 161. After entering the Carolina Beach channel, you’ll find the mooring field just past day marker #5. The Municipal Marina is located approximately half a mile farther south.


Amenities Mooring guests have access to two convenient dinghy docks: Municipal Marina – 110 Carl Winner Dr. • Easy access to groceries, hardware, laundry, and dining • Public parking and restrooms • Dinghy dock is located on the southeast side of the marina. • Two pump-out stations, included with reservation (contact Harbor Master) Sandpiper Lane – 301 Sandpiper Ln. • Public parking, restrooms, and cold-water showers • Beach is one block to the east • Dinghy dock located east of the last ball to the south (1). Please note: showers are not available at the marina.


Reservations Reservations are required prior to arrival and must be made through Dockwa.com (Carolina Beach Municipal Marina). Your Dockwa profile must include current vessel registration and proof of insurance. • Mooring balls are not assigned, please advise us what mooring number you have picked up. • Slips are assigned by the Harbor Master • Do not occupy a slip or mooring without a confirmed reservation


Assistance & Contact Our Harbor Masters oversee the entire harbor and may not always be onsite in their office at the Municipal Marina. If you need docking assistance, please arrange this in advance. For questions or reservation changes, contact us via Dockwa or call: (910) 836-5685


Cancellation Policy • Less than 24 hours’ notice: one night fee applies • More than 24 hours’ notice: $5 service fee


Booking Info

Please ensure that your insurance and registration information is updated on your Dockwa profile, as it is required when booking a reservation.

The waters around Carolina Beach are home to some of the best offshore and inshore fishing in NC. And the Carolina Beach Fishing Center and Marina is the perfect place to start your adventure. The Carolina Beach Fishing Center's knowledgeable charter captains will get you and your party right in the middle of the action.


Services

  • Water Hookup

    Amenities

    • Dog Park
    • Launch Service
    • Pumpout
    • Groceries
    • Medical Facilities w/in 5 Miles
    • Hotel/Lodging
    • Restaurant

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