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North Carolina Boat Rentals & Charters

Renting a boat in North Carolina is an excellent option for visitors and locals alike. North Carolina is known for its Southern charm and its proximity to rivers, lakes, and the Atlantic Ocean, all offering great boating opportunities. Rent a pontoon for a relaxing cruise day, rent jet skis for excitement, or go fishing while in North Carolina.

A big boating destination in North Carolina is Lake Norman. Lake Norman is known to be the best place to rent a boat near Charlotte. There is a wide range of rental options on Lake Norman, including guided fishing charters, powerboat rentals, yacht rentals, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks.

Another great boating location in North Carolina is Mountain Island Lake. The lake can be found northwest of Charlotte, following the course of Catawba River. Mountain Island Lake is a great fishing destination in North Carolina. Guided fishing charters and boat rentals are available for interested anglers visiting the lake. Expect to catch a variety of fish like bluegill, largemouth bass, and catfish.

For people who prefer boating on the ocean, rent a boat on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The Outer Banks is a barrier of islands off the coast of North Carolina and famously known as the country’s first National Seashore. The endless shores, open-sea beaches, vacation homes, boat rentals, and diving sites make this a popular destination for many visitors traveling to North Carolina. As for the water activities, the Outer Banks does not disappoint. Expect to find sailboats, jet skis, motorboats, fishing charters, kayaks, and canoes to rent during your stay.

Top festivals and celebrations in North Carolina

Aside from water activities in North Carolina, the state also hosts a number of exciting festivals that celebrate a wide range of art forms. Cucalorus is a renowned independent film festival, and the Cape Fear Independent Film Network puts on an annual film festival for those interested in filmography and visual arts. Music lovers might want to see if their boating trip coincides with one of several music festivals that take place annually in Wilmington, such as the North Carolina Jazz Festival and the Cape Fear Blues Festival. There’s even an azalea festival – the North Carolina Azalea Festival – which is sponsored by the Cape Fear Garden Club, and takes place every spring with a street fair, concert series, interactive displays, home and garden tours, exhibits, a circus, art shows, and a parade.

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All Types of Experiences and Rentals in North Carolina

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Go fishing on the Outer Banks of North Carolina