Bath
Blackbeard's Port
State: North Carolina
County: Beaufort County
Founded: 1705
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Colonial capital
Bath was North Carolina's first town (1705) and served as the colonial capital. Pirate Blackbeard lived here and received a pardon. The state bypassed Bath for development, and it declined to a historic hamlet with several colonial buildings.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- North Carolina's first town
- Blackbeard lived here
- Colonial buildings preserved
Location
Address: Bath, NC
Coordinates: 35.4667, -76.8167