Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
3100 Desert Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434
112,000 acres · 17 miles of trails
In Suffolk's Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, leashed dogs explore shaded trails like Washington Ditch and Jericho Lane amid 112,000 acres of wetlands. Owners appreciate abundant water access, ample parking, and trash cans for cleanup. Stick to designated paths to avoid restricted areas.
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- Park
- Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Suffolk, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 36.6019, -76.4519
- Size
- 112,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 17
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 112,000 acres of room
- · 17 miles of trail
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Dog policy
112,000-acre national wildlife refuge straddling VA/NC. Leashed dogs on Washington Ditch + Jericho Lane trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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