Coastal Erosion and Storm Impact The park’s coastal location makes it vulnerable to hurricanes, tropical storms, and rising sea levels. Storm surge and wind can reshape dunes and impact habitats. Park management focuses on restoring dunes and protecting shoreline vegetation to buffer against erosion. Invasive Species and Habitat Conservat

Outdoor Activities Topsail Hill offers visitors a chance to experience unspoiled beaches, hiking trails through diverse ecosystems, birdwatching, fishing, and paddling on the dune lakes. The park’s unique combination of lake and coastal environments makes it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. Interpretive Programs and Environmenta

Unique Coastal Dune Lakes Topsail Hill Preserve protects five coastal dune lakes: Western Lake, Eagle Lake, Camp Lake, Middle Lake, and Sunrise Lake. These lakes are characterized by their clear, fresh to slightly brackish water and unique aquatic ecosystems. They support rare species of plants and fish, some found only in these environments

Native American Occupation Prior to European contact, the area around Topsail Hill was inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including ancestors of the Apalachee and Muscogee tribes. Archaeological evidence suggests that these groups utilized the coastal resources for fishing, hunting, and gathering. Shell middens, tools, and other artifacts have