Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Currituck Banks Reserve is situated on the northern Outer Banks of North Carolina, known for its diverse environments, including maritime forests, salt marshes, and barrier islands. The reserve covers approximately 965 acres and plays an essential role in protecting a unique coastal ecosystem that supports a variety of wildlife, including many bird species and wild horses. Historically, the area has served as an important habitat for local fauna and played a role in local Native American history. Visitors are drawn to the natural beauty and tranquility, with opportunities to explore via hiking trails that offer views of the sound, creeks, and maritime forest. Currituck Banks Reserve provides a rare glimpse into unspoiled coastal ecosystems, making it an appealing location for hikers, bird watchers, and nature enthusiasts.
