Southport Southport, located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean has long served as a protection harbor for sea-going craft. From the pirate ships of yesterday to the fishing and recreational vessels of today, the city has long been noted for its quiet beauty and hospitality. Just walking underneath the huge sprawling oak trees that line the avenues leading to beautiful historic homes takes you back to a gentler, friendlier period of time. Although a laid back lifestyle exists, Southport is a bustling city. Southport has antique shops, historic sites, a Maritime Museum, wonderfully diverse restaurants, fresh seafood, art galleries, a small boat harbor, marina and relaxing parks. The most popular park in Southport is Waterfront Park. From the park you can watch large transoceanic ships from every country pass on their way up the Cape Fear River to the State Ports, creating remarkable photographic opportunities. Southport is so photogenic that a number of motion pictures and TV films have been made here. Although it is Victorian in appearance, Southport was founded in 1792 and its history predates its own creation. The Indian Trail Tree in Keziah Memorial Park is estimated to be over 800 years old and was used by the Cape Fear area Indians. Bonnet's Creek was a haven for Stede Bonnet, The Gentleman Pirate, who operated in the area and was captured in the harbor during the 'Battle of the Sand Bar' in 1718. Southport Homes For Sale