Rachel Carson Reserve
Public And Government Association
Why pick this one
North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve offers access to a 2,315-acre preserve with wild horses, more than 200 observed bird species, and free seasonal field trips.
Best for
- wild horse viewing from a safe distance
- birdwatching along the Atlantic Migratory Flyway
- exploring estuarine habitats by private boat, kayak, canoe, or passenger ferry
- free educational field trips during June, July, and August
Look elsewhere if
- visitors cannot arrange private boat or passenger ferry transportation
- visitors need access to off-limits horse watering holes or shorebird nesting sites
- visitors require a guaranteed field trip during unsafe weather
Specialties
- wild horse viewing
- shorebird habitat
- estuarine habitat preservation
- public field trips
What makes them different
- 2,315-acre dedicated nature preserve
- More than 200 bird species have been observed on the site
- Wild horses inhabit the islands
- Access is available by private boat or passenger ferry
- Free public field trips occur on select Tuesdays or Thursdays during June, July, and August
Distilled from this business's own website.
Contact & Location
- Address
- 101 Pivers Island Rd, Beaufort, NC 28516-9701
- Phone
- +12528380882
- Website
- https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/coastal-mana...
Services
- nature preserve access
- wildlife viewing
- public educational field trips