Field Research Facility

Local Attractions and Historic Sites

Internationally recognized coastal observatory that records changing waves, winds, tides and currents. Established in 1977 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Field Data Collection and Analysis Branch, the FRF features an 1840-ft pier and specialized data gathering equipment. Visitors can meet the staff, take a virtual tour of the facility, learn about the research conducted, access data, graphs and reports and climb the tower

Duck

USA

NC

Kitty Hawk

1261 Duck Rd

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