Hop aboard the Dismal Swamp Express, an open-air wagon, for a 2-mile round trip, narrated ride along Canal Road. See the park's liquor still and lighter boat replicas and maybe even some interesting birds or other wildlife! The ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour and is filled on a first come, first served basis. If the weather is questionable or you have a large group, please call the office at 252-771-6593 in advance. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring snacks and water if you want them.
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Posted on: Friday, September 22, 2017 - 5:02pmEvents and Programs
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Events and Programs
Dismal Swamp State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Hop aboard the Dismal Swamp Express, an open-air wagon, for a 2-mile round trip, narrated ride along Canal Road. See the park's liquor still and lighter boat replicas and maybe even some interesting birds or other wildlife! The ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour and is filled on a first come, first served basis. If the weather is questionable or you have a large group, please call the office at 252-771-6593 in advance. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring snacks and water if you want them.
Date of Event:
Sun, 10/01/2017 - 2:00pm
Start Location:
Visitor Center
Join the Park Ranger on The Dismal Swamp Express that will take hikers to the trailhead of S. Martha Washington where we will unload off the wagon and hike 1 mile to the end of our S. Martha Washington Trail, and back. We will stop to observe wildlife, enjoy the fall foliage, and check out the water control structures used to regulate water levels within the swamp. Come and witness the beauty of the Dismal Swamp in the fall!
Date of Event:
Sat, 10/07/2017 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Visitor Center
Hop aboard the Dismal Swamp Express, an open-air wagon, for a 2-mile round trip, narrated ride along Canal Road. See the park's liquor still and lighter boat replicas and maybe even some interesting birds or other wildlife! The ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour and is filled on a first come, first served basis. If the weather is questionable or you have a large group, please call the office at 252-771-6593 in advance. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring snacks and water if you want them.
Date of Event:
Sun, 10/08/2017 - 11:00am
Start Location:
Visitor Center
Hop aboard the Dismal Swamp Express, an open-air wagon, for a 2-mile round trip, narrated ride along Canal Road. See the park's liquor still and lighter boat replicas and maybe even some interesting birds or other wildlife! The ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour and is filled on a first come, first served basis. If the weather is questionable or you have a large group, please call the office at 252-771-6593 in advance. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring snacks and water if you want them.
Date of Event:
Sun, 10/08/2017 - 2:00pm
Start Location:
Visitor Center
Contact:
Dismal Swamp State Park
2294 US 17 North
South Mills, NC 27976Phone252-771-6593
dismal.swamp@ncparks.gov
Latitude: 36.505700
Longitude: -76.355100
Park Hours:
March - October: 8am - 6pm
November - February: 8am - 5pm
Closed Christmas Day
Visitor Center
Weekdays: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Trails close one-half hour before park closing time.