Steps On Facing A Nasty Inlet
The Carolina Coast has several inlets that serve as gateways to the ocean and its fishing opportunities. Some inlets are safer than others. For instance, Masonboro Inlet—located at
Wrightsville Beach, NC—is one of the easiest inlets along the Carolina Coast to navigate. However, it can still present days of rough conditions and considerable danger; I’ve experienced both extremes firsthand.
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