Your Guide to Accessible Attractions in Pender County
Pender County, located in southeastern North Carolina, is a picturesque destination where the allure of the coast meets the charm of rural landscapes.
Pender County is committed to ensuring all visitors and residents enjoy its beautiful landscapes, vibrant communities, and rich cultural offerings. The county's focus on accessibility means that everyone can explore and experience its many attractions with ease and comfort regardless of physical ability.
Committed to inclusivity, we want to ensure that all travelers can explore and enjoy everything our county offers regardless of ability. This guide is your key to discovering accessible attractions, parks, and amenities across Pender County, ensuring a memorable and comfortable experience for everyone visiting this area of North Carolina.
Attractions
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, Surf City
The Missiles and More Museum, Topsail Beach
The Surf City Pier and the Jolly Roger Pier are handicap accessible.
Tiki Tours River Queen is fully handicap accessible.
Holly Shelter Gamelands is
handicap accessible.
Historical Sites
Moores Creek National Battlefield offers paved and multi-use paths that make getting outdoors to experience history accessible to many.
Canetuck Community Center
Historic Train Depot
Trails
Osgood Canal Greenway and Urban Trail- Osgood Canal Greenway and Urban Trail is a 2.2-mile loop around the central portion of the town limits. The trail follows the Osgood Canal through town. It offers walks through wooded areas along the canal and urban areas in the downtown area, connects to the schools located in town, and offers the convenience of both passive and playground parks along the way. Several streets and areas throughout town access the trail. Restrooms are located at Hankins Park and Rotary Park along the trail. The trail is paved and accessible, with fully accessible restrooms.
Kayaking
Soundside Park in Surf City offers an ADA-accessible launch.
Parks
Penderlea Gym and Auditorium – A ramp for accessibility.
Pender Memorial Park: Features sports fields, walking trails, and an accessible playground.
Millers Pond – improved path with mulch and ramps in place.
A Fishing Pier/Overlook has ramp access to allow for accessibility.
Surf City Community Center- The community center is on one level, with a ramp leading inside and a handicap door. There is access to programs and gym equipment. A new accessible playground is
coming soon.
Soundside Park: A popular spot in Surf City with picnic areas, a playground, and stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway with plenty of accessibility.
Hampstead Kiwanis Park offers sports fields, walking trails, playgrounds, and a Liberty Swing
.
River & Boat Accesses
Hampstead at Lewis Rd,
Burgaw at Sawpit Landing-Whitestocking Rd, Shelter Creek-Shaw Hwy, and Holly Shelter-Shaw Hwy are all ADA-compliant.
Beach Locations & Access Points
Locations of access points for beach wheelchairs:
Town of Surf City
Beach Access #1 - 9th Street - 2100 North Shore Drive
Beach Access #5 - Broadway Street - 1700 North Shore Drive
Beach Access #6 - Pender Avenue - 1500 North Shore Drive
Beach Access #13 - 510 North Shore Drive
Beach Access #18 - Roland Avenue - 100 Roland Avenue
Beach Access #19 - Kinston Avenue - 200 South Shore Drive
Town of Topsail Beach
Beach Access #1A at Catherine Ave
Beach Access #11 at Hines Ave
Beach Access #14 at Darden Ave
Access to Beach Wheelchairs
https://topsailbeachnc.gov/Departments/Police/Beach-Wheelchair
https://www.surfcitync.gov/2413/Beach-Wheelchairs
