Carrot Island Ferry From Beaufort

Explore Carrot Island, part of Rachel Carson Reserve, along nature trails through marshes and uplands. Spend an hour or the day discovering bird-watching and wildlife habitat.

• Explore trails through mudflats, uplands, and salt marshes
• Look for birds, fish, invertebrates, horses, and other wildlife
• Plan your return around pickups at :25 and :55 past each hour, with the final pickup at 5:25 p.m.
• Wear hiking or tennis shoes that can get muddy and protect against sandspurs and cactus
• Bring sunscreen, bug spray, water, drinks, snacks, and a camera
• Bring dogs aboard at no extra charge and consider leaving them off the trails due to cactus and sandspurs

Important details

• Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure; late arrivals take the next available departure
• Every traveler in your party, including infants, must be accounted for
• A credit card fee applies; the amount is not specified