The Unique, Out-Of-The-Way Nature Reserve In North Carolina That's Always Worth A Visit
By Clarisa|Published July 16, 2021
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Born and raised Kansan, Clarisa has lived in both tiny towns and cities during their time here in the Sunflower State. As a busy mother of one crazy kid, two cats, and two geckos, they write whenever there is spare time.
Who doesn’t love a beautiful hike in North Carolina? The Tar Heel State is full of fantastic hikes; however, many of these natural areas are quite popular — and crowded! For a beautiful park in North Carolina that’s less crowded and a bit more off the beaten path, there’s Currituck Banks Reserve. Let’s explore…
Welcome to Currituck Banks Reserve, a beautiful area of North Carolina that's a bit out of the way for most people to get to. Once you're here, though, you're treated to true, natural beauty: fresh water inlets, unbothered beaches, and plenty of wildlife.
One easy way to enjoy the reserve is to take the Currituck Banks Reserve Trail, an out-and-back path that is under a mile long, but showcases a lot of the area's beauty.
The trails out here are easy to navigate and don't take much time, and they bring you right to the water. Out here, things are simple and quiet, save for the sound of nature around you.
Make sure when visiting, that you bring everything back with you that you took to the area. Even food scraps can change how the local ecosystem works in some ways. Be mindful and take lots of photos!