Scotland Neck

Scotland Neck is a town in southeastern Halifax County, North Carolina, covering roughly 1.2 square miles of land. The main street features rows of crepe myrtle trees that shape the character of the town's layout.

The settlement began in 1722 when Scottish Highlanders established a colony in the area. It became officially incorporated as Scotland Neck in 1867.

The Crepe Myrtle Festival each August draws residents and visitors with live music, handmade goods, and regional dishes. The celebration reflects how the community identifies with these flowering trees that line the main thoroughfare.

The Municipal Complex houses an auditorium, Senior Citizens Center, Police and Fire Station, and health services in one location. Most daily services and public facilities are concentrated in the town center.

Sylvan Heights Waterfowl preserves more than half of the world's duck, geese, and swan species across a seven-acre conservation site. This facility attracts nature enthusiasts who come to see rare waterfowl species in a naturalistic setting.