Nags Head, North Carolina: World Record Largest Blue Marlin
A real fish, nearly 14 feet long, displayed in an outdoor showcase. When caught in 1974, it weighed over a half-ton.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
- Address:
- 98 NC-12, Nags Head, NC
- Directions:
- Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. On the southbound side of Hwy 12, eight miles south of its intersection with US Hwy 64. Turn off the highway into the Fishing Center, then immediately turn left. Drive to the marina. You'll see the outdoor display case on the right.
- Hours:
- May be lit at night. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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This is the World's Largest Blue Marlin ever caught. It tipped the scales at 1,142 pounds. The fish was caught on July 26, 1974, and is nearly 14 feet long. It's in an outdoor glass case at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. You can view it any time, and it's probably even lit up at night.
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