Spent little time in the visitor center before the ferry left for the island. 5$ per person for the ferry ride. Captain was very friendly. Short walk (1/2 mile) to the beach. Nice concession stand with cheap prices. Next trip we would only bring a water for the walk and eat at the concession. Lifeguards at the beach and very attentive. Island staff was very helpful and answered all of our questions. Weather was great and we had a wonderful time. We will return.
Great state park with a very nice and educational visitor center. The staff are generally friendly and helpful.
Rental kayaks are offered on site. I'm not sure if the rental company is seasonal so you may want to check before going if you plan on renting boats.
This is an awesome beautiful pristine state park. The fishing is great. Nice place to lay on the beach and read a book. Lots of walking required. Be wary of camping during a tropical depression and high winds. We looked like drowned rats.
The park has a dedicated kayak and canoe launch that is great for accessing the bear island paddle trail without having to deal with the public boat ramp that has limited parking. Just remember to bring your boat cart! It's about a 50 yard walk to the dock. The office does have a cart for loan if you do forget to bring one along.
I have always loved this park. During the warmer months you can take a ferry to Bear Island and enjoy the day on pristine beaches. If you like primitive camping, you can do this on the island too if sites are available. The park has future plans for expansion which will add to it's offerings.
Neat state park with a cool visitors center. Fantastic educational exhibit and knowledgeable staff. Take the ferry to bear island for a more remote experience. Kayaking, camping, picnics, walks, fun teaching moments, bird watching, astronomy and more. Definitely worth a visit.
Campsites are available on bear island and should be reserved in advance. You can access the island by boat or use the seasonal ferry service. Camping on the island is an awesome experience. Just plan for the trip as you would for a backpacking trip. Remember to bring bug spray, sunscreen, and proper clothing! fires are not allowed on the island so make sure you bring a stove of some sort to cook on.
The paddle trail is well marked and easy to follow. Just use caution while crossing the main channels as powerboat traffic can be heavy at times. Remember to stay visible and alert!
I love visiting whether it's for a day of kayaking and fishing or a weekend adventure camping on the island!
Hammocks Beach State Park is a US Park based in Swansboro, North Carolina. Hammocks Beach State Park is located at 1572 Hammocks Beach Road, Swansboro, NC 28584, USA.
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