Pamlico Sound, Coastal sound in North Carolina, United States.
The Pamlico Sound extends 80 miles along North Carolina's coast, reaching depths of 26 feet and connecting to the Atlantic Ocean through multiple inlets.
In 1524, Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano encountered the Pamlico Sound during his expedition and incorrectly identified it as the Pacific Ocean.
The name originates from the Pamlico Native American tribe who established settlements and fishing practices along the mainland shores of the sound.
Visitors access the sound through numerous coastal highways, where they find opportunities for fishing, kayaking, sailing, and observing migratory birds.
The sound maintains an average salinity of 20 parts per thousand due to the mixture of fresh water from rivers and salt water from ocean inlets.
Location: North Carolina
Part of: North Atlantic Ocean
GPS coordinates: 35.31278,-75.93722
Latest update: June 18, 2025 22:34
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