Holden Beach Pier
Holden Beach Pier is one of five public ocean fishing piers in the Brunswick Islands of North Carolina, located in the Town of Holden Beach in Brunswick County. The most recent source reviewed, a WECT report dated May 2, 2024, says the pier has been closed since 2022, and no reviewed source confirms its status in October 2026. Anglers should check with the Town of Holden Beach before planning a trip.
Should you go to Holden Beach Pier today?
Good day to go
- Dry daytime forecast.
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Weather at Holden Beach Pier, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 am | Sunny | 47°F | N 15 mph | 0% |
| 10 am | Sunny | 54°F | N 18 mph | 0% |
| 12 pm | Sunny | 60°F | N 20 mph | 0% |
| 2 pm | Sunny | 64°F | N 20 mph | 0% |
| 4 pm | Sunny | 64°F | N 18 mph | 0% |
| 6 pm | Mostly Clear | 62°F | N 18 mph | 0% |
Tides
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High | Sun 3:31 am | 4.1 ft |
| Low | Sun 9:13 am | 1.0 ft |
| High | Sun 4:06 pm | 4.6 ft |
| Low | Sun 10:36 pm | 1.3 ft |
| High | Mon 4:23 am | 4.2 ft |
| Low | Mon 10:17 am | 1.0 ft |
| High | Mon 4:57 pm | 4.6 ft |
| Low | Mon 11:29 pm | 1.2 ft |
Beach and surf
| Water Temperature | In the mid 70s |
|---|---|
| UV Index | Moderate |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 7:20 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:36 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Is Holden Beach Pier open and what is the fishing like? |
|---|---|
| County | Brunswick County |
Is Holden Beach Pier open?
Holden Beach Pier has been closed since 2022, according to a WECT report dated May 2, 2024. The Town of Holden Beach bought the pier that year for $3.3 million after finding that repairs would be expensive.
The sources reviewed do not confirm whether the pier has reopened. Check before you go with the Town of Holden Beach.
What is planned for Holden Beach Pier?
In 2024, the Holden Beach Board of Commissioners approved plans to repair or rebuild the pier. The plans call for repairing damaged piles, extending the pier by 250 feet, and adding safety features such as handrails and ADA access. The town may also replace the wooden structure with a concrete pier built to resist storms.
The project carries a price tag of about $3 million, and the town was considering a public/private partnership to fund it. A local nonprofit, the Holden Beach Community Alliance, was asking residents for donations.
Do you need a fishing pass at Holden Beach Pier?
The Brunswick Islands tourism site says fishing passes vary from pier to pier. Passes may include daily, multi-day and full-season permits.
Because each pier falls under its town, local pier regulations may also vary. The sources reviewed do not list prices or rules for Holden Beach Pier, so check with the Town of Holden Beach before you go.
Holden Beach Pier: questions visitors ask
Is Holden Beach Pier open right now?
A WECT report dated May 2, 2024 says the pier has been closed since 2022. The sources reviewed do not confirm its status in October 2026, so check with the Town of Holden Beach before you go.
Who owns Holden Beach Pier?
The Town of Holden Beach bought the pier in 2022 for $3.3 million, according to WECT. The Brunswick Islands tourism site also describes it as recently purchased by the town.
What is the fishing pier plan for Holden Beach?
The town approved plans to repair or rebuild the pier, extend it by 250 feet, and add handrails and ADA access. The estimated cost was about $3 million, and the town was considering a public/private partnership to fund the work.
What other ocean fishing piers are in the Brunswick Islands?
The Brunswick Islands tourism site lists four other public ocean fishing piers: Oak Island Pier, Ocean Crest Pier on Oak Island, Ocean Isle Beach Pier, and Sunset Beach Pier. It describes them as open to the public, but check before you go for current hours and conditions.
Do you need a pass to fish from the Brunswick Islands piers?
Fishing passes vary from pier to pier and may include daily, multi-day and full-season permits. Local regulations may also vary because each pier is under the authority of its town.
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