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Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation
 

1000 Loggerhead Road, Kure Beach, NC 28449
(910) 458-5798
fort.fisher@ncmail.net

 

   

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Rules and regulations
Some of our rules are posted throughout the park; a complete list is available at the park office. Help preserve our natural resources by observing the following:

The removal or disturbance of any plant, animal or mineral is prohibited.

Hunting and trapping are not allowed.

Loggerhead sea turtles are protected by law. Anyone who harms the turtles, nests or hatchlings is subject to a fine.

Fishing is permitted. Regulations of the NC Marine Fisheries Division apply.

Driving on the dunes or over vegetation is prohibited. The speed limit for four-wheel-drive vehicles is 15 miles per hour.

Do not enter marked nesting sites on foot or by vehicle.

Horses are not permitted in the park.

Do not litter; throw trash in proper receptacles. Sea turtles may mistake plastic bags for food. Shore birds may become entangled in discarded fishing line.

Open fires, firearms and fireworks are prohibited.

The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.

North Carolina motor vehicle and traffic laws apply in the park.

Pets must be on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the changing facility or swimming areas.

Camping is not permitted at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area.

 

N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation; MSC 1615, Raleigh, NC  zip code 27604; phone (919) 733-4181