Carolina Beach State Park, situated near Carolina Beach, North Carolina, is steeped in rich history and natural beauty, offering a unique blend of recreational opportunities and ecological diversity. Established in 1969, the park spans a total of 761 acres along the Cape Fear River, encompassing diverse ecosystems such as salt marshes, tidal creeks, and maritime forests. This coastal gem is home to the rare Venus flytrap, a carnivorous plant native to the region, which can be observed along designated trails. Today, Carolina Beach State Park remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking trails through dense woods, scenic overlooks of the river, landmarks such as the Sugarloaf Dune, a marina for boating and fishing, and waterways ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding. It’s a place where visitors can connect with nature while exploring the area’s fascinating past.
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@thesociableadventurer Just 15 minutes south of Wilmington, NC, Carolina Beach State Park is the perfect place to visit with kids. Gentle hikes, sand fornplay, waterfront views, camping, and marina access. They are home to the Venus Flytrap, which is a carnivorous plant unique to eastern NC. @nc.gov @alltrails @discoverthecarolinas @mypbsnc @ncstateparks #visitnc #newhanovercountync #newhanovercounty #carolinabeach #carolinabeachnc #carolinabeachstatepark #ncstatepark #ncstateparks #hikewithfamily #familyhike #familycampingtrip #capefearriver #intercoastalwaterway ♬ It's a Beautiful Day – DJ BROSS
The Carolina Beach State Park is an amazing state park with over six miles of hiking through wetlands and trails close to the Cape Fear River, a marina, and campsites. @VisitNC @vWilmingtonNC @NCparks #CarolinaBeachNC #NewHanoverCounty #NewHanoverCountyNC #VisitNC#NCStateParks pic.twitter.com/UiAXDU0eYY
— The Sociable Adventurer (@TheSociableAdv) November 17, 2022
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