Welcome to the Surf City Ocean Pier!

Topsail Island's first ocean pier, the Surf City Pier, was originally built in 1948. It has been owned and operated by the Lore family since 1973. Though it has weathered many storms (some better than others), Hurricane Fran destroyed it in 1996. It was totally rebuilt and reopened in August of 1997, looking much like it does today including a few additions. The Surf City Pier comes complete with large assortment of bait, fully stocked tackle shop, an eclectic collection of souvenirs fresh ground chuck burger's from the grill, and an outside covered dining area.

Surf City Ocean Pier Features:

  • The Pier is 937 Feet long with a 40 foot octagon at the end
  • Two large fish cleaning stations with fresh running water. 
  • Plenty of lighting for all night fishing.
  • A Large well lit parking area.
  • Large assortment of bait.
  • Fully stocked tackle shop.
  • Souvenirs
  • Grill/Ice Cream
  • Outside Dining  Area

2024 Fishing Fees

$12/1 Rod 24hr Ticket
$24/2 Rods 24hr Ticket
$12/Crab Trap 24hr Ticket
$12/Cast Net when Allowed
$36/King Fishing 3 Rods/Good for the day only
Parking is free and included while fishing or visiting only.
Rod Rentals Fees
For each rod
$30 CASH Deposit
$12 Rental Fee
$12 Fishing Pass 24hr Ticket

Latest News & What's Currently Biting

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The Pier is Open
from Mid March - Dec. 1st ....24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Please call the pier house in the off season for the most up to date winter hours or schedules.  

*Current Winter Hours*
Pier is Open-Monday/Friday 9am-5pm
Pier is Open-Tue, Wed, Thur 8am-5pm
Grill is Open-Tue, Wed, Thur 8am-2pm
*The Grill will be closed the Week of Christmas

Surfchex Webcams 

New Camera located at the Surf City Pier.  Stays stationary so you can see what is happening in real time on the pier.  Please enjoy this camera along with the others located at the pier and north of the pier that pans and scans the surrounding area.