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Merchants Millpond State Park, Gatesville

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#13 of 22 in Nature in North Carolina Coast
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Merchants Millpond State Park is a North Carolina state park in Gates County, North Carolina, in the United States. Located near Gatesville, in North Carolina's coastal plain, it covers 3,520 acres (14.2 km2) around a 200-year-old, 700-acre (280 ha) millpond and Lassiter Swamp. Canoeing is one of the park's major attractions. Alligators live in its large cypress swamps.

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  • By W6947QPjennifern
    Merchants Millpond is the hidden gem of the NC State Parks! I was initially hesitant to schedule a trip based on it's description as a "swamp" but I am so glad I did. Firstly, the drive to the park...  more »
  • By markawilson33
    This place provided one of the best kayaking experiences we’ve ever had. Beautiful, majestic landscape. Green fluorescent duckweed, giant cypress trees reaching up from the water. And yes we were...  more »
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  • By Michael Christenson II
    First, this place had the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen at a park! The camp areas, the canoes, everything showed the care that the staff puts into this place. Secondly, do canoe the pond. The Cyprus we're haunting and beautiful, the water smooth. Come in the spring or fall to see the gators sunning! Lastly, this is a great launching point to visit areas like the Outer Banks or Norfolk. It's all close from here and you'll have a peaceful quiet place to come back to. Loved our stay and will definitely come again!
  • By William Russell
    Great campsites. Be careful because the measurement of the tent pad is with wooden border. Long trail and very easy. All sites are well shaded and bathrooms are clean enough. Wood is expensive but gathering is allowed. Gas station located right outside of park in case you forget anything.
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