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Updated October 31, 2026

Abby Nature Preserve Poplar Grove Scotts Hill

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Wilmington, NC

Abby Nature Preserve Poplar Grove Scotts Hill offers 63 acres of preserved land with trails leading to a historic mill pond.

  • walking through preserved coastal plantation land
  • visiting trails near a historic mill pond
  • exploring original mill stones and tabby construction

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FAQ

What can I see at Abby Nature Preserve?

The preserve includes nature trails, a historic mill pond, two original mill stones, and tabby construction within a preserved coastal plantation landscape.

Are the trails at Abby Nature Preserve paved?

Paved trails are not documented; the site is described as having nature trails through preserved land.

Can I visit the Poplar Grove historic site with the preserve?

Yes. The preserve is adjacent to the 14-acre Poplar Grove Historic House & Museum tract, which is also protected by a North Carolina Coastal Land Trust conservation easement.