North Carolina State Parks Near Hertford

Merchants Millpond State Park features a 760-acre millpond, blackwater swamp, and miles of quiet waterways that attract paddlers and birdwatchers. The park also offers camping, fishing, and forested trails in a remote, natural setting.

Dismal Swamp State Park offers a unique look at one of North Carolina’s most distinctive wetland landscapes, with opportunities to explore by canoe, kayak, and boardwalk. The park is especially valued for birdwatching, nature study, and its connection to the historic Dismal Swamp Canal.

Pettigrew State Park centers on Lake Phelps, one of North Carolina’s largest natural lakes, and the surrounding swamp and forest habitats. It is especially popular for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, birding, and exploring the park’s historic and natural resources.

Jockey's Ridge State Park is a unique coastal park centered on massive, wind-shaped dunes overlooking the Outer Banks. It is especially known for hang gliding, kite flying, and dramatic sunrise and sunset scenery.