I gunk hole as much as I can to keep costs down. With a big cold front, I pulled in for a couple nights at South Harbor. It was a
record low and despite the challenges the cold
weather brought they take care of business no matter the conditions. This is a good stop for 3 things- waiting on the
weather window coming in, or heading out, from Cape Fear, and catching a football
game at the Dead End bar &
grill which is right at the
dock and open 7 days/nights even off-season. The other advantage is they are directly on the AICW and not one meter off the
route. A welcome oasis after all the inevitable
current and traffic on the Cape Fear River.
Mind the dredge on the river run.
When you get off the river, try to stay on the outer transient
dock - get your
fuel right there and enjoy the best, sunny views.