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Masonboro Island Reserve Wilmington, NC 28409 โ +1 877-406-2356 Last Updated: 01/21/2025 |
At 8.4 miles in length Masonboro Island Reserve is the longest undisturbed barrier island ecosystem in southern North Carolina. The Reserve protects coastal habitats for long-term research, education, and stewardship. The Masonboro Island site can only be reached by boat, kayak or canoe. | |
You will see pristine examples of barrier island, salt marsh, and tidal creek ecosystems. Birds, fish, invertebrates, and sea turtles use Masonboro Island for habitat and foraging. There are public and private boat ramps in and near Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. There are also private fee ferry services to the Reserve property. |
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Halyburton Park Place ยป Outdoors Halyburton Park in Wilmington, NC, is a 60-acre park with a nature preserve that is 70% undeveloped. The park features gently rolling sandhills, a habitat that is rare in the coastal Carolinas. Halyburton Park has a 1.3-mile paved, handicap-accessible trail that circles the park's perimeter and connects to the Gary Shell Cross City Trail. There are also offshoot trails to explore. 31 views ๐ 14099 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412 |
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Smith Creek Park Place ยป Outdoors In addition to the centerpiece freshwater lake, Smith Creek Park off Gordon and Harris Roads, near I-40 includes a playground, picnic shelter with restrooms, and 1.3 mile paved multi-purpose trail. A floating dock on the lake allows you to launch a kayak or other non-motorized boat. 40 views ๐ 1633 Shenandoah St, Wilmington, NC 28411 |
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Wilmington Place ยป City Wilmington is a coastal city located in southeastern North Carolina. It is situated on the Cape Fear River and is known for its historic charm, beautiful beaches, and thriving film industry. Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County. It had a population of 123,744 in 2019. 198 views ๐ 1North Carolina |
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