Chinquapin

Chinquapin is a boat ramp access point on the Northeast Cape Fear River in Duplin County, North Carolina. The Northeast Cape Fear River is a large river system (Stream Order 6) that stretches 134.80 miles and drains a watershed of 1,703 square miles. At this location, paddlers and boaters can expect moderate river conditions with an average flow of 2,267.60 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 2.20 feet per second, indicating a slow to moderate current suitable for experienced paddlers.

The river in this reach has a gentle gradient of approximately 1.1 feet per mile, making it navigable for various watercraft. With the access point located 162 miles upstream from the river mouth, this section represents the lower-middle portion of the river system. The elevation at this location is near sea level, typical of southeastern North Carolina's coastal plain geography. Boaters should be aware of typical river hazards and plan accordingly for the water conditions and current velocity present in this section.