Come discover the charm and beauty of this historic Inner Banks community. With miles of Alternate Text pristine waterways and a history extending back four centuries, Perquimans is a favorite getaway for those searching for respite from the hectic pace of the 21st century. Visitors are drawn to Perquimans for its virtually untouched natural environment, four National Register Historic Districts, and quaint shops, inns and restaurants, and all that Perquimans offers.
Historic Hertford, the county seat, features a downtown tailored for a relaxing stroll. A walking tour map is available from the Visitor Center with highlights of the National Register District. While in Hertford, stop by the Perquimans Arts League Gallery, featuring a unique shop and changing exhibits. Missing Mill Park is a beautiful waterfront park ideal for picnicking. The Perquimans County Courthouse Green features a monument to Hertford’s favorite son, Baseball-Hall-of-Famer Jim Catfish Hunter.
With over 100 miles of shoreline, pristine trails and woods, dozens of peaceful creeks and rivers, Perquimans County is an outdoor lovers paradise. Winfall Landing Park and Hertford’s Missing Mill Park offer river boardwalks and overlooks. Perquimans is home to the Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation, a Dan Maples-designed masterpiece on the shores of the Albemarle Sound. For those looking for a bit more speed, car-racing fans won’t want to miss the weekend races at Northeastern Dragway. The 1/8-mile track features races from March through November.
