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Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake

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#3 of 17 in Things to do in Chesapeake
Hiking Trail · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By VirginiaKayak
    Flat, wide, solid-surface trail surrounded by trees and sometimes Great Dismal Swamp Canal waters. Nice colors for Fall. No hills. Shady. Picnic places along the way. Watch intercoastal waterway...  more »
  • By Bink516
    Have only walked on the path for a couple of miles. As title says, need to explore more to see what's available. Bicyclists are not educated as to warn when they are approaching, so beware.  more »
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