Located beside the river in a low lying area, these sites include tent pads, fire circles and an outhouse. The canoe camping area is about two miles from the park office and sites may be reserved by canoeists. Camping is available year-round. Best spots for fishing in the Cape Fear River are the Fish Traps and the mouth of Campbell Creek. Largemouth bass, crappie, warmouth, bluegill, catfish, and sunfish are the big catches here.
Fishing is permitted during posted park hours only.
Regulations of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission apply in the park. The entire trail winds 56 miles down the Cape Fear River. While providing canoe camping, there is no canoe put-in area in the park. Contact park staff for the closest points. Latest information on Cape Fear River levels from Corps of Engineers.