Dismal Swamp State Park

2294 Hwy 17 North
South Mills, NC 27976
United States

TRACK Trail Details
Mileage: 0.50 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Terrain: Other
Accessibility
The Swamp Boardwalk Trail is wheelchair accessible.
Location Features
  • Restrooms
  • Canoe / Kayak
  • Picnic Tables
  • Fishing
  • Leashed Pets Allowed
  • Visitor Information
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The Underground Railroad in Dismal Swamp

The Dismal Swamp was a safe haven for many escaping slavery in the south. On this adventure, learn how those who found refuge in the Swamp lived on the land.

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Nature's Hide & Seek

There's new things to uncover in nature everyday! On this adventure, explore your surroundings and check off a few common things often overlooked in nature.

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Animal Athletes

Have you ever wanted to copy an animal's movement? On this adventure, follow along with the animal exercises on the pages and enjoy getting some energy out.

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Finding Ferns

Ferns are an ancient family of plants and thousands of species exist. On this adventure, follow the illustrations and clues to find a few ferns on your hike.

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Flower Power

Many flowers need help from pollinators to reproduce. On this adventure, uncover how flowers attract pollinators through different sizes, colors, and smells.

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Let's Explore: ecoEXPLORE

Scientists need your help documenting species! On this adventure, learn how to become an ecoEXPLORER and share your nature observations with real scientists.

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Other Adventure
Other / Park Program

From ranger-led hikes to fishing events, many TRACK Trail sites offer public programs. Submit your own adventure from a park program or Junior Ranger activity here!

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Nature's Hide & Seek

Let's see what we can discover today! On this adventure, explore your surroundings and use this checklist to find common things often overlooked in nature.

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Animal Athletes

Have you ever wanted to copy an animal's movement? On this adventure, follow along with the animal exercises on the pages and enjoy getting some energy out.

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Flower Power

Many flowers need help from pollinators to reproduce. On this adventure, uncover how flowers attract pollinators through different sizes, colors, and smells.

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Forest Bathing

Shinrin-yoku, or Forest Bathing, is the act of being fully present in the woods. On this adventure, immersive yourself in nature by engaging all your senses.

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