Parks Near Virginia Beach, Virginia
Atlantic coast resort city with access to wildlife refuges, historic sites, and the Chesapeake Bay.
Popular Parks Near Virginia Beach
First Landing State Park
5 miles from Virginia Beach
4.5
State Park
Highlights:
- Where colonists landed
- Cypress swamp
- Bay beaches
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
20 miles from Virginia Beach
4.6
National Wildlife Refuge
Highlights:
- Migratory birds
- Dunes
- Wildlife viewing
False Cape State Park
25 miles from Virginia Beach
4.7
State Park
Highlights:
- Remote beach
- No roads
- Primitive camping
Popular Activities
- Beach activities
- Birdwatching
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Fishing
Best Times to Visit
- Fall for bird migration
- Summer for beach
- Spring for wildflowers
Driving Tips
- False Cape requires hiking or biking in
- Back Bay is best at dawn/dusk
- Traffic heavy in summer - arrive early
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