![]() | Fort MaconState Park - North Carolina |
Fort Macon State Park is located on Bogue Banks near Atlantic Beach in Carteret County, North Carolina. Fort Macon was built as part of the Third System of US fortifications, and was preceded by Fort Hampton of the Second System. The Battle of Fort Macon was fought there during March and April 1862.
In addition to the fully restored fort, the park offers visitors both soundside and surf fishing, nature trails, ranger guided tours, a protected swim area, a refreshment stand, and a bathhouse. With the exception of the bathhouse, there are no fees to enjoy the park.
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Official visitor map of Cape Lookout National Seashore (NS) in North Carolina. Published by the National Park Service (NPS).

Recreation Map of Croatan National Forest (NF) in North Carolina. Published by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS).
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Fact Sheet of Fort Macon State Park (SP) in North Carolina. Published by North Carolina State Parks.
Map of Fort Macon State Park (SP) in North Carolina. Published by North Carolina State Parks.
History Guide of Fort Macon State Park (SP) in North Carolina. Published by North Carolina State Parks.
Guide to North Carolina State Parks. Published by North Carolina State Parks.