Address: 10200 US-17, Wilmington, NC 28411 (Scotts Hill/Porter’s Neck/Hampstead area)
Located off of US-17 between Hampstead and Porter’s Neck area of Wilmington is Poplar Grove Plantation, known for it’s weekly Farmer’s Market and history which is open to the public for tours. Beside the plantation sits a gravel parking lot that welcomes guest visiting the Abbey Foy-Moore Nature Preserve, which was property donated back in 2008, 62-acres in fact, to the North Carolina Land Trust.
There are several trails that lead to a large pond and dam. This is a great place to take your dog for a run (I know people do that. Not me.) or take your kids on a walk. We typically walk about 2 miles and I carry our little one in a baby carrier. Some trails are stroller-friendly, but it’s much easier to navigate without as the trails are not paved.
- Parking: Yes, a large gravel parking lot
- Restrooms: Not Available
- Stroller Friendly: Not really
Don’t forget the bug spray and watch out for wildlife!
On the weekends this nature preserve gets pretty busy. I recommend to plan your first trip here during the weekday during work hours or after work one afternoon.
If you like being in nature and looking for a nice walk, I highly recommend this nature preserve! Enjoy the trails and if you snap a photo of the pond, tag @wilmingtonmom on instagram.
Your Friend, Amanda
This place looks lovely. Was looking for some outdoors options in Wilmington last year! You said you usually hike 2 miles, how far are the trail options?
Hey! It’s a really nice preserve. I can’t send a photo on here, but will edit the post and make the trail length posting photo larger so you can see. Enjoy!