Arguably the best hiking trail on the Currituck Outer Banks has reopened after an extensive renovation. Twiddy and Co. Brand Ambassador Edward Ponton shares more details.
The Currituck Banks Reserve repair project that began at the end October replaced aging decking boards, seat boards on current benches, railings, and side guards of the existing boardwalk.
The structural components of the boardwalk (i.e., joists and pilings) were also replaced as needed depending on current condition.
The Currituck Banks Reserve is one of 10 sites in the N.C. Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve, protected for research, education and compatible traditional uses.
The boardwalk at the Currituck Banks Reserve was constructed in 2002 and provides access for walking, photography, and nature observation. The boardwalk winds through maritime forest and swamp before ending at a deck offering views of the Currituck Sound, and also provides access to the trailhead of the Maritime Forest Trail at the site.