Coastal North Carolina: Its Enchanting Islands, Towns, and Communities

Type

Book

Authors

Terrance Zepke

ISBN 10

1561642983

ISBN 13

9781561642984

Tags

State & Local, South Atlantic, General

Description

North Carolina's Outer Banks and Upper and Lower Coasts are full of enchantment, from the magical waters to the stunning islands, imposing lighthouses, and captivating lore. Author Zepke brings you:History and heritage of coastal communities like Manteo's Fort Raleigh, where Sir Walter Raleigh established settlements in 1585, and Kitty Hawk, the birthplace of modern aviationMain sites and attractions like Cape Hatteras's tallest lighthouse in the United States and Wilmington's 230-block historic districtComplete listings of boat ramps, marinas, golf courses, and spots to practice unusual sports such as kitesurfing and hang gilding.Little-known natural gems such as Bear Island's Hammocks State Park and the Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge - from Amzon

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