The Kent Mitchell Nature Trail traverses ¼ mile of salt marsh and maritime forest communities. One of the more characteristic plants found on the island is the Sabal Palms (Sabal palmetto). Brunswick County represents the northernmost area in the United States where palm trees grow naturally and Bald Head Island has the highest concentration of Sabal Palms in the county. The presence of palm trees on Bald Head Island gives it the unique distinction of being known as a sub-tropical island. The Kent Mitchell Nature trail is also an excellent place to view marsh birds such as the Blue Heron, Great Egret, Snowy Egret, and White Ibis. Sabal Palms  (Sabal palmetto)