The Duck Trail was constructed and paid for by the property owners of Duck. It serves as a wonderful source of recreation for Duck residents and visitors and, its paramount purpose is safety -- to provide pedestrians and cyclists a safe alternative to a highly dangerous situation that previously existed. Thus, it is in the spirit of that overriding concern that these guidelines were developed by a group of persistent, and hard working volunteers in our community. Please observe these safety guidelines at all times.
Motorists:
- Obey speed limits - 25 mph within the Village
- Watch for all pedestrians and cyclists on all streets, intersections, and driveways
- When entering and exiting from Duck Road (NC 12) onto side streets or entrance ways, be aware that you are crossing the trail -- slow down and use caution
- Watch for cars entering and exiting from Duck Road (NC 12)
- Keep to your RIGHT, and alert others when approaching from behind, then pass safely to the left
- It is very helpful to have a bike bell to alert those you are passing. A verbal "on your left" is also helpful
- Watch for cars entering and exiting from Duck Road (NC 12)
- While on the trail, keep to your RIGHT
- If wearing a headset, keep the volume at a low level so you can hear cyclists or cars that may be approaching
- Watch for cars entering and exiting from Duck Road (NC 12)
- While on the trail, keep to your RIGHT -- be aware of the amount of space you use so as to not jeopardize the safety of pedestrians or cyclists
- Mopeds and motorized carts are not permitted on the trail
- Dogs should be leashed and cleaned up after
- Stay to the RIGHT with carriages and strollers and slow when someone indicates that she or he is intending to pass to your left