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THE BASIN (OR HERMIT) TRAIL AT FORT FISHER

9/7/2017

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In 1956, Robert E. Harrill occupied a deserted WW II bunker near what is now the NC Aquarium property near Fort Fisher on the NC Southeast coast.He lived there as a hermit until 1972, becoming quite famous and attracting attention and many visitors who agreed with his views on society and government. The Basin Trail, which is a great hiking and birding trail, begins at the east side of the NC Aquarium and winds its way through the maritime forest and marsh past the Hermit Bunker at .8 miles and on to an observation deck at the Sound. Round trip on the trail is about 2.5 miles. The birding here is excellent for Shorebirds, Herons and Egrets, Ibis,  Terns and Gulls, as well as Pelicans. This is a beautiful walk through pristine marsh environment. 

​I was here on Tuesday morning this week. I saw many White Ibis, as well as Egrets, Pelicans, Herons, Blackbirds, and a few others. Missing were Oystercatchers and Black Skimmers. It was high tide while I was there and the mudbanks were not visible. i always enjoy this isolated walk and the Hermit history here is very interesting. If you are visiting the Fort Fisher area, don’t miss this great birding trail. See pictures below.

SEE GALLERY BELOW. CLICK ON ANY PIC TO ENLARGE. USE SIDE ARROWS TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH. OR CLICK ON ARCHIVES TO THE RIGHT FOR PAST ENTRIES.

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