North Carolina Parks and Recreation Areas with National Historic Site

Carl Sandburg, nationally renowned poet, biographer, lecturer, newspaper columnist, folksinger, author of American fairytales, and winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, provided broad and enduring 20th century insight into the circumstances, worth and spirit of the American people. read more...

Phone: (828) 693-4178   Price Range: $0 - $5   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No
Nearest Popular City: Flat Rock   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Site   Activities: Birding, Hiking, Wildlife Watching, Interpretive Programs   Details Provided By: Carl Sandburg

The first English attempts at colonization in the New World 1585-1587 are commemorated here. These efforts, sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh, ended with the disappearance of 116 men, women and children (including two that were born in the New World). The fate of this lost colony remains a mystery to this day. read more...

Phone: 252.473.5772   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No
Nearest Popular City: Manteo   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Site   Activities: Birding, Hiking, Wildlife Watching, Nature Walks, Star Gazing   Details Provided By: Fort Raleigh National Historic Site