Hike at Ft. Fisher State Park Register

Date and Time:
Fri, Sep 26, 2025; 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM  (Eastern)

Organized By: Cape Fear Sierra Club

Location: 1000 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach, NC 28449, USA

Map | Directions

Event Organizers:
Suzanne Eggeling
   rich.sue.sc@gmail.com
James Ruddick
   cjruddick@hotmail.com

WHAT:   Walk 2.2 miles roundtrip, at Ft. Fisher St. Park (1000 Loggerhead Rd. Kure Beach).   Meet at the flagpole near the Park Ranger office (start of trail)
WHEN:  Meet at 11:45 to start at 12 noon.   This walk will take 60-90 minutes to complete.
SETTING:  There is limited shade so consider bringing a cap, hydration and supportive shoes.  Portions of the trail are on a sandy beach, a wooden boardwalk, and on natural surface.

On Friday September 26th, we'll have a guided walk from the Ft. Fisher beach area on the Basin Trail to the observation deck overlooking Zeke's Island.  Park Ranger Stephanie Covell will explain the different environments and habitats along the way.

This trail meanders through the marsh, allowing hikers a chance to view sound-side flora and fauna and the maritime forest. The trail passes a World War II bunker, where the "Fort Fisher Hermit," Robert E. Harrell, lived for more than a decade. At the end is a wooden observation deck with wide views of the Cape Fear River and Zeke's Island, making it a great spot for watching birds and boats.

Either after or before the hike, consider an optional visit to the new Museum at the Ft. Fisher Historic Site (not a Sierra Club guided trip). The indoor museum is free and self guided.  There is also a ranger led escorted tour of the property grounds at either 10am or 2pm (free of charge).

Signup Instructions: Use Sierra Club Website

Bring: Hat, sunscreen, walking shoes and water.

Cancellation Policy: Steady rain cancels