Visitor Center

Paddle for the Border festival at Dismal Swamp State Park

2294 U.S. 17 N.
South Mills, NC 27976

GPS: 36.505700, -76.355100

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.

A unique hydraulic arm bridge that spans the Dismal Swamp Canal allows access to the Dismal Swamp State Park. Boaters along the canal have 'right of way' which may cause some delay in pedestrians crossing the bridge. The visitor center/exhibit hall, restrooms and parking are handicap accessible.

Visitor Center at Dismal Swamp State Park