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“Marine fisheries has done absolutely nothing to help maintain the Southern Flounder population which has been virtually non existent down here for over a decade .
Way way too much gill netting is allowed and then you have the giggers , there used to be fisherman on every dock but every single one of them will tell you it's by far the worst fishing they have ever experienced.
Most don't bother anymore it's God awful .
Gill nets continue to kill countless loggerheaed turtles and all types of birds, otters etc...
The marine fisheries never witness it since you might see one marine patrol officer pass by every couple of months .”
Herb from UNITED STATES - 21 Mar 2019
Holden Beach Ratings
Overall: 2.0. Based on 9 votes and 2 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 3.0(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 2.7(1: Holden Beach is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 3.0(1: Holden Beach is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in North Carolina. 5: the best break in North Carolina). |
Difficulty Level: 2.2(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 2.2(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Holden Beach can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 2.5(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Holden Beach, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 3.7(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Holden Beach are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 3.9(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 3.7(1: Often too crowded. 5: Holden Beach is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 4.0(1: Getting to Holden Beach requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 4.0(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 3.7(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 4.0(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Holden Beach for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 3.4(1: Camping at Holden Beach is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 3.5(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Holden Beach is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 3.2(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 3.8(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Holden Beach, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 3.5(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Holden Beach where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
“The Fishing is awful down here for the most part. I talked to my aunt about this problem she said she had been fished here for many years just as I have. The biggest thing I caught was one spot tail keeper it was jumping in water way so i cast near him and he jumped on it and thats not really fishing.
AND FOR YOU WEST VIRGINA TERROIST, IF YOU VISIT PLEASE LEAVE YOUR COCKY or go to virgina beach
ATTITUDE IN THE HILLS”
DIAMOND from UNITED STATES - 10 Oct 2014
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