Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum

Museum · Bald Head Island

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10 Best Beach Towns in North Carolina

"A historic lighthouse identified as North Carolina's oldest continuously operating lighthouse; visitors staying on the nearby car-free island are encouraged to rent a golf cart or bike, 'cruise around in your rented golf cart, climb the lighthouse, play golf, and enjoy the expansive beautiful beach,' and note that 'the ferry ride alone is worth the adventure.'" - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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101 Light House Wynd, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 Get directions

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