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SOUTHPORT
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ABOUT
SOUTHPORT
MorningStar Marina is located at marker 2A on the ICW within a marked no-wake zone. Walking distance to historic downtown Southport, great restaurants, and shopping.
With its breathtaking waterfront and historic downtown, Southport has been in more than 40 movie productions. Spend the day enjoying the maritime museum, great restaurants, and golf cart tours, and learn about the wealth of history, including pirates, Native Americans, and the Revolutionary War.
SOUTHPORT
MARINA AMENITIES
Ship's Store
Pump-Out Station
WiFi
MEMBER BENEFITS
WORLD’S LARGEST BOATING COMMUNITY
Membership offers enriching on and off water connections with world's oldest and largest boating community.
400+ LOCATIONS WORLDWIDE
Enjoy boating adventures away from home. Plan your next vacation to experience reciprocal access to any of our 400+ locations worldwide.
WE TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING
We take care of the maintenance, cleaning, repair, insurance and storage.
SELECTION OF BOATS TO FIT A VARIETY OF EXPERIENCES
Cruising, Fishing, Watersports – our fleet offers a selection of boats to fit your next adventure.
PREMIUM SERVICE
Our concierge-level, dockside support ensures that your loading, unloading and docking experiences are effortless. It’s walk on, walk off boating.
UNLIMITED TRAINING
New to boating? Membership offers unlimited training from qualified captains including on-water instruction to ensure you're confident at the helm.
Location Details
Southport Marina
Our Fleet
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With 5,000+ boats across the Freedom fleet, we pride ourselves on offering members a variety of models to support their on-water adventures. From center consoles and pontoons to bowriders, offshore fishing boats and wake boats, we have it all.
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With 5,000+ boats across the Freedom fleet, we pride ourselves on offering members a variety of models to support their on-water adventures. From center consoles and pontoons to bowriders, offshore fishing boats and wake boats, we have it all.
Fishing ()
With 5,000+ boats across the Freedom fleet, we pride ourselves on offering members a variety of models to support their on-water adventures. From center consoles and pontoons to bowriders, offshore fishing boats and wake boats, we have it all.
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With 5,000+ boats across the Freedom fleet, we pride ourselves on offering members a variety of models to support their on-water adventures. From center consoles and pontoons to bowriders, offshore fishing boats and wake boats, we have it all.
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BOATING ATTRACTIONS
There are so many unique and interesting boating areas nearby, but here are some of our favorites!
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
BALD HEAD ISLAND
Bald Head Island is a two-mile journey across the Cape Fear River from Southport, North Carolina and the site of Old Baldy, the state’s oldest standing lighthouse, circa 1817.
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
FORT FISHER AQUARIUM
Visitors to the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, located in Kure Beach, enjoy an exploration of “The Waters of the Cape Fear.” Journey down the Cape Fear River
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
SOUTHPORT PIER & RIVERWALK
The Riverwalk Trail begins near the city pier and heads west along Bay Street and rounds the small bay of the yacht basin before winding back to a boardwalk on a small peninsula. Wooden signs mark the trail along the way. This site is featured on the NC Birding Trail. Specific species of interest include White Ibis, Glossy Ibis, Seaside Sparrow, Painted Bunting, raptors & terns.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much is it? Are there different membership options?
The pricing structure is much like a country club. You will pay a one-time entry fee and monthly dues based on the membership that you choose. Connect with the club nearest you to learn more about membership options and current promotions!
How do I make a reservation?
Reserving a boat has never been easier. Simply log in to your reservation dashboard and choose your desired date, vessel, and time slot.
How much can I boat?
We allow up to 4 rolling reservations at any given time. Simply put – you can have 4 reservations on the books. Once you use one, you free one up. You may book up to 6 months in advance!
How many boats do you have?
Number and type of boats will vary by location. Connect with the club nearest you to learn more about the local fleet.
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