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Old Baldy Lighthouse and the Smith Island Museum: Climb the state’s oldest lighthouse and learn about the lightkeepers who lived on the island, 101 Lighthouse Wynd, 910-457-7481.

Bald Head Island is a car-free island accessible by boat or ferry, encouraging a slower pace of life. Key attractions include Old Baldy Lighthouse, the Village Chapel, and the Bald Head Island ...

Key attractions include Old Baldy Lighthouse, the Village Chapel, and the Bald Head Island Conservancy. Dining options range from waterfront seafood at Jules Salty Grub & Island Pub to diner-style ...

Bald Head Island is a car-free island accessible by boat or ferry, encouraging a slower pace of life. Key attractions include Old Baldy Lighthouse, the Village Chapel, and the Bald Head Island ...

Bald Head Island is a car-free island accessible by boat or ferry, encouraging a slower pace of life. Key attractions include Old Baldy Lighthouse, the Village Chapel, and the Bald Head Island ...

Old Baldy Lighthouse and the Smith Island Museum: Climb the state’s oldest lighthouse and learn about the lightkeepers who lived on the island, 101 Lighthouse Wynd, 910-457-7481.