![]() ![]() Keep an eye out for reptiles, amphibians and rare plants such as wooly beach heather and water violet.Ī few miles ahead, stop at Jockeys Ridge State Park (H3), home of the tallest natural sand dune system on the East Coast, varying from 80-100 feet high. Popular for birding, more than 50 species breed here including the yellow prothonotary warbler. A variety of hikes allow you to traverse the diverse ecosystems such as the 2.25-mile round trip Sweetgum Swamp Trail, the 1.5-mile round trip Roanoke Trail, and the easy, half-mile Discovery Trail. Children under 16 are free.Ĭontinuing southwest, visit Nags Head Woods Preserve (H2) which protects over 1,000 acres of sand dunes, ponds, wetlands and marshes. There is a small entrance fee valid for 7 days. Explore the reconstructed Living Quarters and Hangar and Centennial Pavilion, which features exhibits on the history and challenges of aviation. Stand atop Big Kill Devil Hill - where glider tests were conducted. ![]() #CAPE HATTERAS NATIONAL SEASHORE FULL#At the Visitor Center, behold a full scale reproduction of the 1903 Powered Flyer, the 1902 Wright Glider, and other fascinating displays. The Wright Brothers came to this region with a dream, seeking the strong winds and open spaces for testing their aircraft and in 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright would fly the first controlled airplane. After the bridge, follow US-158 along the shore of the Atlantic Ocean until Kill Devils Hills, home of the Wright Brothers National Memorial (H1). Have your camera ready for stunning views of unspoiled, windswept beaches under dazzling sunshine. To do the drive in reverse, you will need to take a ferry from either Cedar Island or Swan Quarter Ferry.įrom Points Harbor, continue east on US-158 over Pamlico Sound, the largest sound on the east coast. To reach Points Harbor, follow US-158 east from US-17, and take exit 258 or 264 depending which one is closer to you. Our scenic drive begins in the town of Points Harbor and travels to Ocracoke and can be done in either direction. ![]()
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