58, north of it's junction with NC Hwy. 24, near Cape Carteret. A favorite place for nature study. The fall season is particularly scenic. The trail was constructed by the local Trent Woods Garden Club of New Bern with interpretive info compiled by Eagle Scout Troop 67 of New Bern.
Numbered signs relate to a pamphlet giving information about indigenous plants and local features.
Loblolly Pine, Yellow Poplar, Dogwood, Black Walnut, Sweetgum, Baldcypress, American Holly, Umbrella Magnolia, Mocketnut Hickory, American Beech, White Oak, Red Oak. 8 miles to trail. Starting on the Newport River at the Newport River Parking area and ending on the Neuse River at Pinecliff Recreation Area, this trail traverses 20 miles of Forest land and crosses several paved and unpaved roads. Trail is blazed. Primitive camping is permitted along the trail, but their are no facilities.