2022 Map of Pin Hook

About this map

Angola Swamp dominates this landscape on the border of Duplin and Pender counties, revealing a vast wetland environment largely untouched by dense development. The terrain is defined by subtle rises such as Blue Ridge and Long Straw Ridge, which provide slight elevation above the surrounding lowlands. The settlement of Pin Hook sits in the northern portion of the quadrangle, while Shelter Neck is located near the southern boundary, connected by a network of local roads including Croomsbridge RD and River Oaks RD. The presence of Mill Pond suggests historical water management in a region where drainage patterns are central to the geography. This survey documents the contemporary rural character of the North Carolina coastal plain, showing a reliance on named local connectors like Lightwood Bridge RD and Tim Cavenaugh Ln to navigate the heavy swamp and ridge topography.