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    Northwest River Park Campground

    4.0 (36 reviews)

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    Gina R.

    If you're looking for a campground to just relax and chill for a couple of days with friends and family, this is a good place. I'm still giving this camphround 5 stars, cause I'm a nature lover, and it's all green! The bathrooms are all clean. They have the cleanest shower rooms! I can't believe it. Well, I'm from California, and I've seen worse. However, there's just not enough activities you can do with kids. There's a few playgrounds, a putt putt golf course where you and your kids can use. Paddleboating was great, but you can't go beyond the bridge, which is fine. There were bicyles, kayaks and canoe that you can rent. For me, this is a good place on my list! And Park Rangers go on patrol once in a while, so it's safe. Just one thing, campers that brings their Fido, please be responsible enough to pick up their dodos, I had to pick up someone's dodo, (with double gloves, yes I have it my toiletries), cause it's right in front of our camp. I really don't want from my camp to accidentaly step on it. Great place!

    Ashlee A.

    May take a little time to get here, but such a beautiful sight! We decided to take our talents here for a walk and it was great. There are multiple areas for parking that I assume put you at different places on the trails. We parked right near the front/shop, grabbed a map, and hoped for the best! We were trying to get a few miles in but it was a bit confusing on where to actually start off at so we just took off walking. Beautiful views & great change of scenery. They have wildlife signs of different animals found in the area or an alike area which was a bit scary (haha), but it was fine. Love that they have maps available, trail signs, and trail marks. Also heard their kayaks are available for rent for only $10!

    Maria C.

    Tolls... Nature... Trails... Cabins... Beautiful view of the lake... Playgrounds... Don't forget your bug spray and sunblock... This park has it all... if it wasn't so far of a drive, I would visit at least twice a week. Granted I have only visited this park during, Family Fun Day, which is held once a year... and this past September was my third year attending... such a fun event! This year, well pretty much all the years that I have attended, the weather was perfect and the vendors... all the rage! This year I was able to canoe with friends... scary, but luckily one of the riders were experienced so I was at ease! But it was so much fun!! Oh and I must not forget... Family Fun Day is absolutely FREE!! However, if you travel the interstate route there is a toll... but do not fret, if you take the road way... beware of traffic, but there isn't a toll! A hidden gem in Chesapeake that you should definitely visit alone, with friends or with your family. Have fun and enjoy life :)

    Jessica M.

    Great area to kayak and be with Mother Nature. It's 10$ a hour to kayak. Nice scenery and plenty of fish. Worth it !

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    Evelyn A.

    The park and campgrounds are gorgeous. We went for a stroll through the area the other day and loved how peaceful it was. We booked our campsite and will be sure to report on our experience. There is a beautiful little lake with paddle boats and canoes. You are allowed to fish and they have trails for hiking all through the park. There's a little camping store with a few items and some food. They have cabin rentals, camp sites, and rv hookup sites. They also have a bike rental and putt putt. I'm sure we are going to have a blast. More to come......

    Canoe time! :)

    On this beautiful, sunny day, my cousin Kim (fellow yelper), my daughter and I decided to start our day enjoying nature at Northwest River Park in Chesapeake. When we arrived, we decided we'd go canoeing first. Kim is a pro and my daughter and I... well, let's just say that we could use a few lessons lol. The Ranger signed us in, gave us some directions, and off we went. When we arrived to the area to get our life jackets, we weren't sure exactly if we were suppose to wait for an attendant or just get our gear, canoe, and leave. We stood around for a second and watched the others who pretty much just got their stuff and did their own thing, so we looked at each other, shrugged our shoulders, got our life jackets, paddles, and chose our canoe. We got off to a great start! We had a very peaceful experience canoeing and taking in the sounds and sights of nature. So grateful we sprayed ourselves down in deet! We had no problems with any bugs :-) I am also grateful I brought along Kim... someone who really knows how to canoe because if it had just been myself and my daughter, I'm sure we probably would have gotten stuck. We had a lot of fun. We certainly are planning on doing this again. We had such a great time, we decided that we'd have a snack and then go on a little hike. I've been to this park many times to help out with scouting events but I had not experienced all of the trails. My only experience was a night hike several years ago with the scouts. Our hike was very hilly and scenic. It was peaceful and quiet. There were other people out hiking, fishing, and taking photos. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and are looking to return again soon.

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    Stephanie M.

    Beautiful grounds and good deal away from the busy city. There are miltiple covered picnic areas and both toddler and kid playgrounds.

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    Have lived here thirty years and didn't know this place existed. The event was fun and we will surely be back this summer.

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    This is the best camping spot ever. My family has been going since I was a child, now I'm taking my children.

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    Paradise Creek Nature Park

    Paradise Creek Nature Park

    4.1
    (17 reviews)
    17.0 mi

    This is a hidden gem. It is small. About 2 miles of Loop trails. Gravel and dirt paths. Trails have…read moreviews of trees, wildflowers, birds, very small marsh, and a bridge. Super Easy hike, great for people of all ages, dogs, and runners. The extras I love about this park is they have structures built out of natural materials. I will include pictures. They also have colorful art in random areas on the paths. I included a couple of pictures of that too. The paths are VERY well marked. It is impossible to get lost. They have a HUMONGOUS American ELm and near there is a small secret path area that is more like the hiking that I prefer. It is always nice to explore. They also have a kayak area with a kayak ramp. They have a little playground. Next to the playground is a covered area that they hold lectures. There is a picnic table area. They have 2 porta potties. There is a couple of buildings on site but they were not open so I'm just mentioning them. Parking was fantastic. There were quite a few vehicles when were showed up but we saw a few people but it did not seem that busy. So this is a win for us. We walked it a couple of times just to make sure we saw it all and like I said super easy hike. If your in the area check it out

    A perfect day for a family adventure!!! Rock collecting, dandelions a picking and meeting new…read morefriends at the park! There's plenty of things to do! Different hiking routes and a kayak landing area! They have plenty of benches around the trail to take a little breather. Parking area available. Pet friendly, just make sure you pick up after your fur baby. They do have poop baggies available at the entrance.

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    Kayak ramp
    They have lots of wildflowers
    They have lots of wildflowers
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    There are choke berries everywhere
    Dismal Swamp Canal Trail

    Dismal Swamp Canal Trail

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    I lived in Deep Creek since 1973 and I have never visited this park. I was pleasantly surprised…read morethat my Sister and I ran into other Creekers who were also there with their children for the first time. I loved the displays and the information about the Enslaved People who dug out the swamp to allow others to navigate the waterways. I was so happy that we went on a brisk day when the bugs were laying low. HeeHee! We were able to walk around and look at the dock, the farm house, and a few other out buildings for the farm area. Very interesting that they were families that still lived next to the swamp area. The parking lot is well-kept and free. We found a few places to sit and eat, as well as a few water fountains for visitors. Everything was clean and tidy. We enjoyed listening to the water. Very nice visit!

    To be honest, people on insta were telling me I was actually at the wrong location for what I was…read morelooking for. I was so excited to fit in time to go hike the dismal swamp. I've been thinking about it for a while and it fit right into my timeliness this week visiting Machicomoco and Kiptopeke State Parks. I got here and it was all paved. Bikes and pet walkers. I expected some dirt trails and pine needle tails and smelly water to brave through. Cattails or pussy willows if you prefer. Instead I got hard pavement and dogs. I did walk a little ways out. It just wasn't my thing. Cheers to the people who bike and pet walk here. If you pick up poo, put the bag in the trash. Why pick it up if you try to anonymously drop it further down the trail?

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