Camping at Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

A person looks on with a yellow tent in the foreground and a sun setting behind a hill under a cloudy sky in the background

Camping is not permitted on refuge property, however, there is a primitive 24-hour recreational use facility near Lake Drummond which is operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. This recreational facility is accessible via watercraft only from the Feeder Ditch (enter through the Dismal Swamp Canal). Many people enjoy visiting the refuge through this primitive access point. Facilities are minimal and access can vary throughout the year.

The Refuge does not manage this facility. For the most up-to-date information we recommend contacting the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center directly:

US Army Corps of Engineers PH: 757.201.7642

Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
2356 U.S. Highway 17 N ~ South Mills, NC 27976
PH: 252.771.8333 ~ EMAIL: dscwelcome@camdencountync.gov
Website: www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com

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