If you’re looking for the best sunrise excursion on the east coast, then head to Southport for the early morning departure on the Fort Fisher Ferry. More often than not, the departure time coincides with the sunrise and the entire experience is exhilarating, to say the very least.

In all, the ferry ride from Southport over to Fort Fisher is about 30-35 minutes
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At any time of the day this journey from Southport over to Fort Fisher via the Cape Fear River is filled with wonder.
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But have the gumption to get up before sunrise and hit that first ferry ride and you'll be treated to a view (and experience) that will leave you in awe.
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Watch in wonder as the sun peeks over the horizon...
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And slowly makes its way up into the sky, glistening on the water before you.
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These are the moments in life we treasure.
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Have you ever ridden the Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry before? If so, then you know just what we mean.
For a look at the current ferry schedule, you can visit this link on the official website of the Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry.
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North Carolina’s ferry service is comprised of 21 ferries along the coast. Get a look at them all at this link on the North Carolina Department of Transportation website.

For things to do once you arrive at Fort Fisher, check out: There’s A Hike In North Carolina That Leads You Straight To An Abandoned WWII Bunker and This Hidden Trail In North Carolina Leads You To A Geologic Beach Wonder.

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