Chowan River
A broad, slow coastal-plain river, the Chowan flows south through northeastern North Carolina past Winton to widen into Albemarle Sound at the US 17 bridge.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Chowan River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 50 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Blackwater and Nottoway confluence at the Virginia-North Carolina line |
| Mouth | Albemarle Sound, North Carolina |
| State | North Carolina |
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Chowan River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
- Boat ramps on the Chowan River in North Carolina ↗ · Bait shops near the Chowan River in North Carolina ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- North Carolina: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission ↗
Facts from Chowan River (Wikipedia) ↗