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Pea Island

United States, North Carolina

Pea Island

LocationUnited States, North Carolina
RegionNorth Carolina
TypeNational Wildlife Refuge
Coordinates35.7177°, -75.4971°
Established1937
Area23.6
Nearest CityRodanthe (8 mi)
Major CityVirginia Beach (110 mi)

About Pea Island

Established in 1937 on the northern end of Hatteras Island, this 5,834-acre refuge includes pristine beaches, dunes, brackish ponds, and salt marshes. The bird list exceeds 370 species, making it one of the premier birdwatching destinations on the Atlantic Coast.