🌊 Discover Figure Eight Island

If you’ve spent any time on the water around Wrightsville Beach, you’ve probably heard locals talk about Figure Eight Island like it’s a hidden gem — and honestly, it kind of is. Tucked just north of town, this private, undeveloped barrier island is known for its wide beaches, quiet shoreline, and some of the prettiest boating water in the Wilmington area. The best part? The easiest (and most fun) way to experience it is by boat.

At SeaVentures, we love taking guests up this stretch of the Intracoastal. It feels wilder, calmer, and more tucked away than the busier sandbars near town — perfect for cruising, anchoring out, and spending a slow afternoon on the water.

Why Boaters Love Figure 8 Island

✨ Secluded beaches

Because the island is primarily residential and private, the surrounding water stays peaceful and uncrowded. You’ll find long, natural shorelines and quiet spots to drop anchor, swim, or float without the big party-boat crowds.

🐬 Wildlife + nature

The marsh creeks and inlets around Figure 8 are great for spotting dolphins, pelicans, and coastal birds. It’s one of those places where you really feel the “untouched” barrier island vibe that makes coastal North Carolina special.

🚤 Smooth cruising water

The Intracoastal Waterway north of Wrightsville offers scenic, easy cruising — ideal for relaxing rides, sunset tours, or first-time boaters who just want to enjoy the view without navigating heavy traffic.

🌅 Unreal sunsets

Golden marsh grass, calm water, and wide-open skies make this area one of our favorite sunset spots. It’s low-key magical in the evenings.

Things to Do Around Figure 8 by Boat

When you rent or charter with SeaVentures, you can turn a simple cruise into a full day adventure:

• Anchor out for swimming and floating

• Pack a picnic and beach-hop along the shoreline

• Paddleboard or toss a football on the sandbars

• Dolphin watch along the ICW

• Fish the nearby inlets and channels

• Catch a sunset cruise back toward Wrightsville Beach

It’s the kind of day that feels effortless — just friends, salt air, and nowhere you have to be.

Rentals or Captained Charters — Your Call

Whether you want total freedom or a laid-back, guided experience, we’ve got you covered:

Boat Rentals – Explore at your own pace, create your own route, and spend as long as you’d like anchored at your favorite spots.Captained Charters – Sit back and relax while an experienced local captain takes you to the best areas around Figure 8, hidden sandbars included.

If you’re hosting family, celebrating something special, or just want an easy day on the water, charters are a guest favorite.

Plan Your Figure 8 Island Boat Day

Figure Eight Island is one of those places that reminds you why people fall in love with coastal living in the first place — quiet water, open skies, and that peaceful, tucked-away feel you can’t get on land.

If you’re looking for the best way to experience it, a boat is the move.

Ready to cruise north and explore?Book your SeaVentures rental or charter today and spend the day discovering one of Wrightsville Beach’s most beautiful stretches of water. 🌊