Perhaps you and your family have just relocated to Camp Lejeune Marine base or New River Air Station. Maybe you just bought a new home in Hubert NC or you are still shopping for Swansboro N C real estate.
Being new to the area, you may not be familiar with the many, varied recreational opportunities available in Onslow County. There is sure to be something that will appeal to each member of your family.
The Onslow County Parks and Recreation department sponsors activities, programs, special events and instructional classes for adults, teens and children year round at locations throughout the county.
With the arrival of Spring, it is a great time to get outdoors with your family and enjoy our wonderful eastern North Carolina weather. There are so many things to do ---where to start is the question and I have answers for you.
Bicycling - Did you know Onslow County has bicycle routes? If you enjoy biking, you will want to check out the 
bike routes.
- Jacksonville- City to the Sea Bicycle Route - This is a safer route than the main road and one which is used by many area bikers for recreation and training.
- Richlands - Richlands' Loop Bicycle Route - A scenic route which goes through rural areas and is a peaceful, beautiful ride for the leisure rider as well as the serious bicyclist.
Parks- There are 7 public parks in Onslow County - Most are open from 10am to 7pm in the Spring and until 8pm during the summer months. They are well maintained and offer a large variety of activities and facilities.
Deppe Park in Hofmann Forest - 5472 New Bern Hwy. (Hwy 17 N.) Grand Opening April 18, 2008
Hubert Bypass Park - 220 Hubert Blvd, Hubert, N C
Oakhurst Nature Park - 244 Riverbend Rd., Jacksonville, NC
Onslow Pines Park - 1244 Onslow Pines Rd., Jacksonville, N C
Richlands/Steed Park - 278 Francktown Rd., Richlands, N C
Stump Sound Park - 1771 N C Hwy 172, Sneads Ferry, N C.
New River Waterfront Park - New River Street, Downtown Jacksonville, N C
Each park is different, some large with a large variety of facilities while others are small and may offer only a few of the facilities listed.
- Picnic area with grills
- Play grounds with swings, slides, etc.
- Nature trails
- Soccer fields
- Softball fields
- Basketball courts
- Bathroom facilities
- Volley ball courts
- Senior citizens areas with shuffleboard, horse shoe and more
- Lighted tennis courts
Public Beach Access - The County provides 4 public beach accesses for the citizens of the county to use and enjoy - Features vary from access to access but some of the features provided for your use and enjoyment are:
- Handicap accessible ramp that leads to the beach
- Surf fishing
- Rest rooms
- Showers
- Concessions
- Elevated observation deck
Kayak/Canoe Paddling Trail - The difficulty level is rated 2, 3 and highlights of the trip include
- Salt marshes
- Wildlife
- Bird watching
- Alligators
- Limestone formation
- Beaver dams
- And more
Pack up the family and head for the park or beach and enjoy the nature of beautiful Onslow County North Carolina.
Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me
Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes
We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina
Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina
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