Open since 2017, Sportsman’s Warehouse in Wilmington, NC is near the beach, USS North Carolina, Front Street, and the Boardwalk at Carolina Beach. National Gunsmithing services are now available! If you like hunting, we’re here to get you all set up with everything you need. Popular pursuits include whitetail deer, quail, dove, pheasant, turkey, bear, coyote, waterfowl, hogs, alligator, squirrel, raccoon, rabbits, and fox. If fishing is more your speed, we have all of your tackle to catch the legal limit. Saltwater species include red drum, spotted trout, flounder, sailfish, mahi-mahi, tarpon, cobia, king and Spanish mackerel. For freshwater there are largemouth bass, catfish, bream, crappie, and trout. We also carry plenty of supplies for boating, kayaking, camping, and cookouts. Our shop services are available to spool reels, mount and boresight rifle scopes, cut arrows, tune bows in our 5-yard archery lane, and anything covered by your Firearm Service Plan. No matter the weather or time of year, we’ve got the seasonal accessories to fit your outdoor adventure. While you’re in the area, be sure to check out local events like the numerous off-shore fishing tournaments, expos and events on Front and Water Streets, Azalea Festival, Blueberry Festival, Strawberry Festival, Oyster Festival, Sneed’s Ferry Shrimp Festival, and many more!
Feedback on customer service is mixed, with some praising helpful staff while others report rude or dismissive interactions.
Product Availability
Customers frequently mention issues with stock levels, including items being out of stock despite online listings.
Pricing
Prices are noted as decent or competitive, but some customers feel they are high compared to other local stores.
Staff Knowledge
There are concerns about staff knowledge, particularly regarding firearms and ammunition, with some customers reporting inadequate answers to their questions.
Store Selection
The store has a wide variety of products, particularly for outdoor sports, but some customers feel the selection is inconsistent or lacking in certain areas.
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Michael Fullwood
1 day ago
5.0
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Alex Jernigan
Feb 12, 2026
5.0
Clean store ,great people, solid merchandise that is clearly priced, first visit,loved the store after years of seeing stuff on line and purchases!!!
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S TG
Feb 11, 2026
5.0
Excellent customer service and superior gun and ammo selection
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Deborah Tinae
Feb 3, 2026
3.0
It's very clean but lacks skills in helping Elderly!!
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Charles Clemmons
Dec 29, 2025
1.0
Went in after Christmas looking for a Bolt Action rifle. Salesperson tried to sale me everything execpt what I wanted. I ended up going to Academy and they were great. Salesperson was very knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks again Academy Sports.