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2022 Map of Core Creek

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Core Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Croatan National Forest borders the tidal marshes and coastal creeks of this Carteret County landscape, where the Intracoastal Waterway cuts through the heart of the region. The waterway’s path follows the Adams Creek Canal and the natural course of Core Creek, facilitating maritime transit between the Neuse River and the sound. Along the southern shoreline, the urban edge of Morehead City and Beaufort transition into quieter residential developments and historical landings like Crab Point Village and Lawton Point.

Tracing the rural roads north of the sound reveals a complex network of wetlands including Alligator Creek and Harlowe Creek. Small named areas such as Mill Creek and White Rock reflect the local geography, while inland features like Dead Cow Field and the Hunting Club point to traditional land uses. Local history is anchored by family-named landmarks such as Hardesty Cemetery Rd, which connects the modern residential growth of Deer Field Shores to the area's agricultural past.