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The  bridge over the marsh in Surf City and the walking bridge from Soundside parke in Surf City, NC.
Apr 25, 2017 near Surf City, NC
Looking north in Surf City, NC at the old pilings from the lost Barnacle Bills Pier.
Apr 25, 2017 near Surf City, NC
Soundside Park Boardwalk is beautiful to experience at sunset.
Apr 28, 2017 near Surf City, NC
The boardwalk from Soundside Park heads to the grocery store and the main beach access.
Apr 26, 2017 near Surf City, NC
A glorious sunrise on Topsail Island, MST Segment 15B. Photo by PJ Wetzel, www.pjwetzel.com.
Apr 11, 2016 near Surf City, NC
Taken near the Surf City, NC Welcome Center along the trail. Surf City fishing pier in the distance.
Apr 25, 2017 near Surf City, NC
The trail has a slight incline with roots for footholds.
Mar 19, 2025 near Morrisv…, NC
A blue sky reflects off of black waters.
Feb 20, 2017 near Carolin…, NC
In May, the beautiful Catawba Rhododendron entice visitors with their colors and scent.
Jan 5, 2016 near Archer…, NC
Boardwalk
May 15, 2019 near River Road, NC
Leopard Frog, trailside
May 15, 2019 near River Road, NC
A sunset and sundog over Lake Crabtree.
Oct 13, 2016 near Morrisv…, NC
Pretty creek cutting through the woods
May 23, 2021 near Clayton, NC
The Wildlife Viewing Platform is a great place to make a sketch, view birds, or enjoy lunch.
Jan 5, 2016 near Butner, NC
Photographing the grassland along the Holman Loop as part of REI's Introduction to Nature Photography class.
Jan 5, 2016 near Butner, NC
Hikers check out a tree stump during the annual May Rhodo Ramble.
Jan 5, 2016 near Archer…, NC
Morning light at Lake Johnson.
Nov 1, 2015 near West Ra…, NC
Trusses on the old Surf City swing bridge as you cross onto Topsail Island in Surf City, NC.
Apr 25, 2017 near Surf City, NC
Footbridge over Lake Crabtree
Dec 25, 2018 near Morrisv…, NC
Stop in for local information and restrooms at the Surf City Welcome Center.
Apr 26, 2017 near Surf City, NC
Scene from walking bridge overlooking water.
Jul 4, 2023 near Cedar P…, NC
The MST is well-marked - lots of round white blazes, even on rocks along the trail!
Dec 25, 2021 near Gorman, NC
The trail begins as an access road with large gravel pieces. Watch your footing as the gravel tends to roll underfoot.
Apr 11, 2021 near Butner, NC
From Lake Pine Drive entrance. Sept 11, 2020. Beautifully serene.
Sep 11, 2020 near Apex, NC
Spectacular morning Sept 11, 2020.
Sep 11, 2020 near Apex, NC
Straight for Company Mill Trail to the left for Inspiration Trail.
Aug 28, 2020 near Cary, NC
Lovely walk relatively flat. Even in 95 degree heat the canopy made it at least 10 degrees cooler.
Jul 22, 2020 near Butner, NC
Beautiful ferns along this trail.
Jul 22, 2020 near Butner, NC
Pitcher plants
Jul 22, 2020 near Carolin…, NC
Pedeesteian Bridge over Robertson Creek.
Jul 1, 2020 near Creedmoor, NC
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