Are ticks a problem in Alta Vicente Reserve?

There have been 5 tick reports near Alta Vicente Reserve, NC, with 0 bites and 5 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Alta Vicente Reserve?

The most commonly reported tick species in Alta Vicente Reserve include Unidentified. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Alta Vicente Reserve, NC

5 tick reports from the Alta Vicente Reserve, NC area.

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Species Found in Alta Vicente Reserve

Unidentified5 (100%)

Tick Safety in Alta Vicente Reserve

Ticks are active in Alta Vicente Reserve, NC and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 100% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days