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| Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hunting | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | yes |
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Nearby Parks:
Dismal Swamp State Park
Merchants Millpond State Park
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| National Park Overview: |
 | The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. It was established in 1974 to protect the unique ecosystem of the Great Dismal Swamp. It includes over 111,000-acres of forested wetlands, with Lake Drummond, a 3,100-acre lake, at its heart.
The Great Dismal Swamp has long been considered a place of natural beauty, mystery, and legend. The swamp is an integral part of the cultural history of the region and remains a place of refuge for both wildlife and people.
The eastern side of the refuge is bound by the Dismal Swamp Canal, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. Along the western border of the refuge is access to over 30 miles of hiking trails in the northwest portion of the refuge.
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located not only between two states, but also between two eco-regions, allowing for a wide range of plant and animal species. Cypress, black gum, maple, Atlantic white cedar, and pine are the predominant tree species found on the refuge and support the wildlife within. Many mammal species, including black bear, bobcat, otter, and weasel along with over 70 species of reptiles and amphibians call the swamp home. More than 200 bird species can be seen at the swamp throughout the year, while 96 of those are known to nest on the refuge. |
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| Virginia Outdoor Recreation - Variety is the essence of Virginia's great outdoors. Whether it's adventure or relaxation you seek, Virginia's outdoors are the perfect setting for a vacation, weekend outing, or day trip. ... | | Articles by W. Lynn Seldon Jr. - Travel Writer & Photographer - Home. Services. Articles. Books. Photos. Contact Us. Virginia Tourism Office.... THE OLD DOMINION OFFERS OLD AND NEW ADVENTURES. IN SPORTS & OUTDOOR RECREATION. Virginia's outstanding sports and... | | Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge - Gates, Pasquotank and Camden Counties ...... - GATES, PASQUOTANK, & CAMDEN COUNTIES: Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The Great Dismal Swamp: A History. Located in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, the Great... | | Area Campgrounds | | Davis Lakes & Campgrounds
200 Byrd St
Suffolk, VA
(757) 539-1191
| Chesapeake Campground
693 George Washington HW
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 485-0149
| R & H Mobile Court
1976 S Military Hwy
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 545-3095
| Chesapeake Campground
693 George Washington Hwy S
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 485-0149
| Northwest River Park Cmpgrnd
1733 Indian Creek Rd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 421-3145
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Lake Meade & Cohoon Bait
1805 Pitchkettle Rd
Suffolk, VA
(757) 539-6216
| Bait Shack
2560 Airline Blvd
Portsmouth, VA
(757) 465-9020
| Shorty's Bait & Tackle
944 Canal Dr
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 487-6579
| Portsmouth Sports Fishermen Inc
3423 Portsmouth Blvd
Portsmouth, VA
(757) 393-2431
| Chesapeake Bait & Tackle
344 Battlefield Blvd N
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 547-3456
| Gail's Bait & Tackle
800 Battlefield Blvd S # 104
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 546-9770
| Dashiell's Half-Round Showroom
1436 Holland Rd
Suffolk, VA
(757) 539-7854
| Perry Minnow Farm
13510 Windsor Blvd
Suffolk, VA
(757) 539-1709
| Western Branch Fishing Station
1821 East Rd
Suffolk, VA
(757) 255-0214
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel
425 Water St
Portsmouth, VA
(757) 673-3000
| Residence Inn
1500 Crossways Blvd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 502-7300
| Residence Inn by Marriott
2000 Old Greenbrier Rd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 523-5004
| Fairfield Inn by Marriott
1560 Crossways Blvd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 420-1300
| Springhill Suites by Marriott
2424 Gum Rd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 405-3100
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| Directions: |
| For using internet mapping and direction software, use 3100 Desert Road, Suffolk, VA 23434 for the headquarters. For trail heads, use 1325 White Marsh Road for Jericho Lane entrance, and 3300 White Marsh Road for Washington Ditch entrance. All are in Suffolk, VA 23434. |
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