Fun fact: North Carolina has 301 miles of coastline. If you’re from the Tar Heel State, then chances are good that you already have a favorite beach along the coast; however, there are some hidden beaches that may pique your curiosity enough to venture out for a little exploration. If you really want to pledge the day to discovering hidden beaches, then we suggest you embark on a road trip that takes you to six secret beaches that you’ll find in this previously published article.
On the other hand, if you love to hike, head to the village of Ocracoke and take a short .8 mile hike that’s filled with adventure, history, and intrigue — and leads to an amazing hidden beach.
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First things first: you’ll need to walk to the trailhead or ride a bike because there is no parking lot. Fortunately, the start of the trail is in Ocracoke Village only a couple blocks east of the lighthouse.
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The beach trail at Springer’s Point Nature Preserve begins in a maritime forest, and it passes underneath large, mature trees, including oaks with Spanish moss swaying in the breeze.
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Enroute to the beach destination, you’ll get glimpses of the Pamlico Sound and all the marine and wildlife (particularly birds!) found near and in the water.
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The short hike is flat and mostly sandy for the entire trail. It’s ideal for little ones and has much to see and do along the way.
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The trail and its surrounding 120 acres that make up Springer’s Point Preserve are owned and managed by the Coastal Land Trust, who began to steward this portion of Ocracoke back in 2002. You’ll find educational kiosks along the hike, detailing the history of the land and the wildlife.
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Overwhelming community support and a full-time preserve steward help to make this natural oasis the pristine natural resource it is. Those who use the trails and the hidden beach fervently practice a “leave no trace” philosophy, making sure to take back out with them whatever they may bring in.
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Most people don’t even know about the trail — or that it opens up to a fantastically hidden beach perfect for spending a day by (and in!) the water.
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The history of the secret little beach is fascinating! It is secretly known as having been a favorite hangout for Blackbeard (Edward Teach), and the adjacent property was once referred to as Teach’s Plantation.
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Have you discovered the secret beach at Springer’s Point Preserve, and more importantly, do you vow to leave no trace when visiting? Springer’s Point Preserve trail access is located on Loop Road on Ocracoke Island. The trail is open 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset. Learn more on the official website for Coastal Land Trust.
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