Welcome to the Kure Beach Fishing Pier
A Timeless Icon on the North Carolina Coast
Nestled along the sun-kissed shoreline of Pleasure Island, Kure Beach Pier stands as one of the oldest and most beloved wooden piers on the entire East Coast. Built in 1923 and lovingly maintained ever since, it’s not just a fishing destination — it’s a piece of living history, a gathering spot for families, and a serene escape for locals and travelers alike.
Whether you’re an avid angler chasing the perfect catch, a beachcomber enjoying salty breezes, or a visitor seeking coastal charm, Kure Beach Pier welcomes you.
🎣 Fishing at Kure Beach Pier
The pier stretches 711 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, offering ample space and excellent conditions for fishing. No fishing license is required — simply purchase a daily, seasonal, or weekly pass at the tackle shop and cast your line!
Popular catches include:
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Spanish mackerel
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King mackerel
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Flounder
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Spots and croaker
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Pompano
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Drum and blues
On a good day, you'll witness the pier alive with the energy of rods bending, fish flipping, and excited chatter from anglers sharing stories and tips.
🌅 Breathtaking Views & Relaxed Atmosphere
Kure Beach Pier isn’t just about fishing — it's a scenic experience. Stroll along the planks at sunrise or sunset and feel the Atlantic breeze brush your skin. Watch pelicans dive, dolphins surface, or just lose yourself in the sound of waves meeting wood.
No loud amusements here — just the peaceful vibe of a classic American beach town.
🏖️ More Than a Pier — Explore Kure Beach
Located just 30 minutes south of Wilmington, NC, Kure Beach is a hidden gem offering:
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Wide, clean beaches with gentle surf
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Family-friendly parks and playgrounds
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Nearby attractions like the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Fort Fisher Historic Site, and Carolina Beach State Park
After a day on the pier, enjoy a cold drink at a local café, dine on fresh seafood, or browse cozy shops just steps from the beach.
📍 Plan Your Visit
Kure Beach Pier is typically open from early spring through late fall, with exact hours depending on the season. Entry is free for visitors and sightseers — only those fishing need a pass.
Address:
100 Atlantic Ave, Kure Beach, NC 28449
Parking: Free and paid public parking is available nearby, especially during the summer season.
Amenities include:
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Tackle & bait shop
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Ice cream & snack vendors
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Clean restrooms
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Benches along the pier
🐚 A Place Where Memories Are Made
For over a century, Kure Beach Pier has been the backdrop for countless family photos, first catches, romantic walks, and summer traditions. Generations of beachgoers return year after year, drawn by the simple magic of this beloved pier.
So whether you’re here for the fishing, the views, or the memories — welcome. You're part of the story now.
Discover the charm. Cast a line. Watch the tide roll in.
This is Kure Beach Pier.
Built in 1923, we are the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic. Kure Beach Fishing Pier has become a favorite pastime for folks near and far. From beachgoers and fishing enthusiasts to sunset chasers and family fun – you'll find everything you need here.
Kure Beach Fishing Pier is open 24-hours a day from Good Friday til the Sunday after Thanksgiving and is committed to being a fun family friendly stop on your vacation. We strive for customer satisfaction, although we realize with over a million people walking thru our doors every year, that can be a difficult task. Kure Pier also has something for everyone, whether its the little ones wanting to catch their first fish or a new toy for the beach, to grandparents getting their ice cream and trinkets to carry home.
OUR HISTORY
Hailing as the oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast, we're proud of our roots. L.C. Kure, grandfather and early entertainer, first built the pier in 1923. The property had been in the family since the turn of the century, purchased by Hans A. Kure.
The father and son team set to work on their dream of building an entertainment complex for the citizens of Wilmington to visit. Although they tried various ideas – a pavilion, bars, a bathhouse, even cottages – the pier was the last idea to be built and the only to remain.
YEAR: 1940
The first pier was 120 feet long and 22 feet wide, crafted from pine poles that were cut from the forest along the river and used as pilings. Very little was known about sea worms or other marine borers, and as a result, the first pier was destroyed and came down the very first year.
The pier was then rebuilt in 1924. This time it was built 240 feet long and 32 feet wide. Cement pilings were used that were built by L. C. Kure. He developed a new method of pouring concrete, which is today known as reinforced concrete. The forms were built in the parking lot in front of the pier and the pilings were poured on site. They were then carried out on the pier by a system of rail cars and practically everything was done by hand.
These pilings lasted and some of them were still in use in 1954 when Hurricane Hazel washed the pier away.
Bill Robertson, bought the pier from my grandfather in 1952. My father hailed from Bixby, a crossroads in Davie County, west of Winston-Salem. He had a long background in retail sales and advertising and was able to write, copy, and publish stories for newspapers and magazines. While promoting Kure Pier he was also encouraging visitors into buying real estate in the town. His idea was if they bought they would have to rent the cottages out to help pay for them. Ensuring potential customers on the beach all summer long, the idea seems to have worked...
YEAR: 1950'S
HEAR FROM OUR FRIENDS...
Our Family Has Spent Many Summer Days Hanging By The Pier And We Plan To Spend Many More.
SEAN COOK | KURE BEACH RESIDENT
Man you should have been here last week...
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