Custom Search     Cowan Lake     It is not impossible for water mocassins to be in a lake. Where do you think they get there name from? They are not land mocassins. Says Kathy I camp at cowan as often as I can. Not too much luck with the fish but really nice park. Says Steven I had camped at Cowan lake back in the early 70's and was told there were Water Mocassins in Cowan Lake but have been told that is impossible, is it? Says Larry Pickett This lake is so wonderful. Go     on a journey to River of Hope Ranch if you want to ride a horse. A good nearby hotel is Baymont Inn and Suites Wilmington, and get your excitement behind the wheel of a go-kart at nearby Moler Parkway.            Map Detailed Map Weather Local weather forecast