Southport’s Top Kayak Shop for Lightweight, Stable Kayaks & Premium Accessories
If you are looking for the lightest and most stable kayaks near Southport, NC than Yakworks Kayak is your local destination for high-performance kayaks and top-quality accessories—all in one convenient location. Proudly serving Southport, Oak Island, Bolivia, and the Wilmington coastal region, we specialize in easy-to-paddle kayaks and expert outfitting services that make your time on the water safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
At Yakworks, you’ll find:
Lightweight recreational and fishing kayaks from trusted brands like Crescent, Eddyline, Mocean, Lightning, Jackson and Delta Kayak.
Ultra-stable models perfect for beginners, seniors, and anglers.
Premium kayak accessories including paddles, PFDs, rod holders, and storage solutions.
In-house installation, repair, and rigging services to customize your setup.
Local pickup and delivery options for Brunswick and New Hanover Counties.
Whether you're launching from the Southport waterfront or exploring the backwaters of Oak Island, Yakworks is your one-stop kayak shop.
"Located off Southport-Supply Road (Hwy 211) and well before the Southport traffic congestion."
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Shop In Store
Our shop is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 to 5 but we can accommodate your schedule with early morning, evening and weekend scheduled appointments. Just contact us to let us know when you need to come by.
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Shop From Home
We provide easy online shopping of our entire shop's inventory with shipping to your home as well as local pickup from our Southport, NC location. Now offering regional delivery of kayaks within 3-hours of the shop.
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Repair / Upgrade Services
Learn MoreOur Southport / Oak Island location features a full service kayak repair shop. If your kayak is in need of repair or updates we are happy to take a look at it.
Christmas Shopping Made Easy!
🎄 Yakworks is making holiday shopping easier than ever for the kayaker in your life! Our gift collections are organized by popular price ranges and sorted with best-selling items first—so you can skip the guesswork and find something they'll truly love.
Still unsure? Grab a Yakworks gift certificate! At checkout, you'll receive an e-gift certificate you can print or email—perfect for last-minute gifting.
Merry Christmas from all of us at Yakworks! 🎁🎅

For What Moves You
One of the best things about kayaking is that there are no rules and no limits for how you approach the sport. Yakworks Kayak of Southport understands and appreciates everyone is different so we offer something for every type of kayaker.
Choose from Paddle, Pedal and Power drive options.
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Paddle Drive Kayaks
Shop Paddle KayaksPaddling a kayak just feels right. If you're a true kayak enthusiast like us, you'll totally get it. The thrill of paddling through the water is timeless, and we're here to hook you up with the best kayaks out there. It's like finding your perfect paddle partner!
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Pedal Drive Kayaks
Shop Pedal KayaksExperience the ultimate in on-water expeditions with one of our pedal-powered kayaks. These allow you to keep a firm grip on your fishing rod while engaging your stronger leg muscles for a more exhilarating and efficient fishing adventure.
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Power Drive Kayaks
Shop Power KayaksPaddling or pedaling a kayak may not be for everyone. Perhaps you have an injury or a special concern that makes a powered kayak a better option for you. Innovations in battery weight and capacity have opened the door to powering a kayak in ways never before possible.

Come For The Kayak, Stay For The Weekend!
If Yakworks Kayak of Southport is the closest dealer of your dream kayak but you are not sure about making the drive, consider turning it into a mini-vacation and staying a few days along the beautiful North, Carolina coast. Yakworks is centrally located to many area attractions, award winning restaurants and endless places to stay!