Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge is an expansive coastal marsh in eastern North Carolina, offering critical habitat for migratory waterfowl, wading birds, and shorebirds. Visitors can enjoy diverse activities such as biking, boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing, with special opportunities for birding, especially during winter. This refuge provides protection for various species, including American alligators and bald eagles, within its brackish marsh and forested wetland ecosystems.