[EXPIRED] April Programs at Dismal Swamp State Park, AICW Alternate Route
The Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center Docks and information are provided at the Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center, an NC DOT Rest Area facility, and are located adjacent to the Dismal Swamp State Park, offering trails, exhibits and ongoing programs in Camden County, NC.
Good morning,
Below are the programs for April at Dismal Swamp State Park. Hope to see you there.
Wagon Ride to S Martha Washington
Sat, 04/07/2018 – 11:00am
Pack some blankets and pillows for a 2-3 hour ride aboard the open-air Dismal Swamp Express to the large weirs on S Martha Washington. Look for wildlife along the way and learn about hydrologic restoration in the park. Call the park office to sign up.
*You MUST pre-register to reserve your seat!*
Spring Paddle
Sat, 04/14/2018 – 10:00am
Join the ranger for a leisurely guided paddle along the historic Dismal Swamp Canal. Look for turtles, otters, and birds while enjoying the warm spring weather. Everything you need–boat, paddle, and PFD, plus instruction if needed–will be provided. Bring your boat or use ours. Single/double kayaks and canoes are available. Call the office to reserve your spot.
*Limited to 8 boats–you MUST pre-register!*
Statewide Star Party in the Swamp
Fri, 04/20/2018 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Join us at the Dismal Swamp State Park for a Statewide Star Party event! The Swamp offers one of the darker places in the area to observe the stars. Pre-registration is required for this program–call the park office at 252-771-6593 to sign up.
Rain date Saturday, 21 April 2018, same place, same time. Event will be held indoors if the rain date is also rained out!
Trail Sisters Hike
Sat, 04/21/2018 – 11:00am
Attention, ladies! New to hiking or looking for other women to share hiking experiences with you? Come out for a women’s hike as part of a statewide initiative and the 10K Women Trail Project.
Wagon Rides
Every Sunday, depart at 11 am and again at 2 pm
Take a ride aboard the open-air Dismal Swamp Express and enjoy the scenery along Canal Road along with the spring weather! With stops at the liquor still and lighter boat replicas, you’ll learn about the Swamp’s colorful past and how it came to be a park. Wildlife sightings are also possible!
The ride covers just over two miles and usually lasts 45 minutes to an hour. First come, first served–wagon seats 15-20 comfortably. In case of a large crowd, a second run may be made if staffing allows.
Katie Sanford
Park Ranger, Dismal Swamp State Park
NC Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources
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