Great Egret
Latin: Ardea alba
What to do at Pine Island
Live Oaks in Evergreen Maritime Forest
Explore the Habitats of the Pine Island Sanctuary and Audubon Center along our 2.5 Mile Nature trail, take a Kayak trip, learn about our facilities and discover what to do near-by.
One of the best ways to explore Audubon's Pine Island Sanctuary is by water.
The Donal C. O’Brien, Jr. Sanctuary is a unique and exciting place to organize a group visit for board retreats, photography groups, university classes and more.
This winter, work will be done to make the Sanctuary Nature Trail in Corolla more accessible and informative.
With its extensive marshes, waterways and diversity of upland and maritime forest, the 2,600 acres of preserved land contribute to major environmental and wildlife conservation efforts for the health of our birds, wildlife and local community.
Surrounded by parks, wildlife refuges and Important Bird Areas, there are plenty of ways to make your visit to the region spectacular.
Learn about the bird conservation research taking place at Pine Island and find nature-focused events happening at this Important Bird Area along the Outer Banks in our periodic eBulletin.
Click Orange Button to register for Guided Kayak Programs
Every donation will be used to protect the 6,000 acres of marsh complex within the sanctuary and the wildlife it supports.