beginner
Beaufort, North Carolina, United States

Bird Shoals West- Rachel Carson Reserve (C54A)

Rachel Carson Reserve offers shallow brackish water swimming in a protected coastal area suited for beginner to intermediate swimmers seeking undeveloped natural surroundings. The reserve's pristine conditions attract naturalists and ecology-focused visitors. Bring insect repellent as marsh areas harbor mosquitoes, especially at dawn and dusk.

Bird Shoals West- Rachel Carson Reserve (C54A)

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Bird Shoals West- Rachel Carson Reserve (C54A)

34.7097, -76.6764

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Location
Beaufort, North Carolina, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
34.7097, -76.6764

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