Explore A True Hidden Gem In North Carolina At Merchants Millpond State Park
State parks throughout North Carolina provide a welcome way to reconnect with Mother Nature, not matter the locale. On that note, found in the northernmost eastern part of the Tar Heel State is a state park worthy of a visit. Merhcants Millpond State Park is a hidden gem in North Carolina that’s totally worth seeking out.
Swamp meets forest in this 3,520-acre park in North Carolina. And at its heart is a 700-acre mill pond that's perfect for exploring by way of a boat.
In the early 1800s, the pond was surrounded by industsy, mainly a gristmill, sawmill, a farm supply store, and more. It's why the pond was named Merchants Millpond. But it came to an end just before World War II, and the merchants
sold their lots to land developers.
By the 1960s, A.B. Coleman of Moyock, donated 919 acres to the state, including the mill pond. Today, this land is known as Merchants Millpond State Park.
With campsites that include drive-up, walk-in, hike-in, and canoe-in sites, the park has much to offer in the way of accommodations. There's a campsite here for everyone.
Merchants Millpond State Park is located in Gatesville and is open year-round with hours that vary by season. Learn more from the official website for Merchants Millpond State Park.
Have you discovered the goodness at this North Carolina State Park yet. Let us know about your experience in our comments!
Address: Merchants Millpond State Park, 176 Mill Pond Rd, Gatesville, NC 27938, USA
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Robin Jarvis is a travel writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for nearly three decades and currently resides in Charleston. When she's not working, she loves to cook with friends and check out new adventures. General questions and FAM tours: rjarvis@onlyinyourstate.com.
