Chowan Swamp Gamelands

Total Miles
5.2

Elevation

5.23 ft

Duration

2 Hours

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Winter

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Chowan Swamp Gamelands
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Trail Overview

The Chowan Swamp Gamelands are a state-administered game area in Gates County, North Carolina. The trail system is seasonal, and one can expect various areas to be open or closed depending on what hunting season it is. The area offers excellent fishing along the Chowan River, along with scenic areas to picnic. There is one designated camping area, but it's not particularly scenic or impressive.

Photos of Chowan Swamp Gamelands

Chowan Swamp Gamelands
Chowan Swamp Gamelands

Difficulty

The trail system is dirt roads, and the area can easily be traveled in any 4WD or 2WD truck or SUV.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

Duke Earl
Oct 07, 2024
2020 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
Dusty
Will Garrett
Jun 01, 2024
2017 Jeep Wrangler
Temporarily Closed
Seasonal Closure
Closed Gate
Michael Mills
Feb 10, 2024
4x4
Open
Bryce Richard
Feb 04, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Easy forest trails that are sand, dirt and gravel. You can do this trail in pretty much anything. Great little ride to look around at nature but there were hunters with hounds when I first pulled in. Some offshoots are not shown but can be driven down. Most end in dead ends or posted signs, so watch where you are going.

Access Description

The Chowan Gamelands are located off of Sandbanks Road in Gates County, North Carolina.

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