Nestled along the Currituck Sound in Corolla, North Carolina is a historic park with signature elements, a peaceful natural habitat, and scenic charm oozing from every direction your eyes may wander.

Wildly popular in recent decades as a family beach destination, and as home to the famous herd of wild horses found here, Corolla is a tiny town in the Outer Banks with a year-round population of approximately 500 residents.
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Many visitors flock to the Currituck Beach Lighthouse each year to gain bragging rights for climbing to the top. The jaw-dropping view from the top is the best you can get for miles and miles. It even includes a birds-eye view of Historic Corolla Park...
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And while many head to Corolla for the horses and the lighthouse, there is an oft-overlooked little park that could easily captivate anyone for the day.
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Historic Corolla Park is found on the waterfront in the heart of Corolla.
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Its lovely walkways and trails wind through a variety of notable attractions found in the park, including the famous Whalehead club.
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Aside from sidewalk trails, you'll also find a couple maritime trails, including a short boardwalk through the forest.
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Prepare to be wowed by the sheer beauty of the moss-covered trees found along the trails.
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The park is also located just across the road from the lighthouse and lighthouse store. So the next time you're visiting the lighthouse, be sure to pop across the street and explore this fantastic outdoor resource!
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Have you already discovered the goodness at Historic Corolla Park? We'd love to know!
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Historic Corolla Park is located at 1100 Hunt Club Dr., Corolla, NC 27927. It’s open to the public year round, and is free.

For more fun things to do while in Corolla, take a magical safari to see the wild horses. Learn more from this previous article!

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