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Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
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Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 349
Suffolk, 23439 0349
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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 - 3,100-acre lake -t 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 -llowing for a wide range of plant and animal species. Cypress, black gum, maple -tlantic 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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Area Campgrounds
Davis Lakes & Campgrounds
200 Byrd St
Suffolk, VA
(757) 5392191
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
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) 5392709
Western Branch Fishing Station
1821 East Rd
Suffolk, VA
(757) 255-0214
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) 4202300
Springhill Suites by Marriott
2424 Gum Rd
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 405-3100
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
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