Merchants Millpond State Park
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An “enchanted forest,” primitive species of fish relatively unchanged over millions of years, towering bald cypress trees with massive trunks, luxuriant growths of Spanish mossthis is Merchants Millpond State Park. Here, coastal pond and southern swamp forest mingle, creating one of North Carolina’s rarest ecological communities. Together with upland forests, these environments create a haven for wildlife and humanity alike.
Location
Tour Amenities
Auditorium, classroom, and outdoor classroom
Bathhouse
Biking (5 miles)
Boat Ramp
Boat Rentals
Firewood
Fishing
Group tent sites (including paddle
Hiking (10 miles)
in only sites)
in sites
Paddling
Picnic Shelter
Picnicking
Tent sites (including backpacking sites and paddle
Trailer sites
Visitor center and exhibits
