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First Landing State Park

 

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2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, First Landing State Park is located by the Chesapeake Bay. The park, which is Virginia’s most visited state park, is nestled in Virginia Beach. First Landing offers boating, swimming, nature and history programs, hiking, biking, picnicking, a boat launch, cabins and 20 miles of trails on 2,888 acres. It also has campsites with water and electric hook-ups and nearby access to restrooms and showers.
 
 
 
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Kent H.
July 17, 2011
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"Man vs. Wild.." Man vs. Wild (plus running water/electricity/showers/clean bathrooms/scenic beaches) Book a campsite with electricity and water for the...
Wesley S.
Jan. 15, 2012
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After one short visit, I've learned that this is a very nice park and look forward to checking it out during the spring.
Matt R.
Aug. 15, 2011
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If you enjoy the great outdoors, this is an excellent park. It's got long trails and short trails, so if you want a quick power walk or an all-morning...
 
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Adam L.
Adam L.
Go for a run!
 
Tias S.
Tias S.
Dont get scared of the trail. Its not as long as you think. You can make it to 64th street at least.
 
Terry B.
Terry B.
if biking on trail near the water, lots of sand traps, great views of the water but lots of sand on the paths
 
Susan
Susan
Grand location where the bay meets the ocean. Check out the Indian Village and have fun with history.
 
Yinghua M.
Yinghua M.
Very quiet, and original forest, beautiful lake. worth to waste a day hiking.
 
Roger P.
Roger P.
Great place to get away and enjoy the beauty of the Chesapeake
 
Naoma D.
Naoma D.
Watch out for the snakes!
 
Cyndi M.
Cyndi M.
Best place to play in the woods around here!
 
caryn
caryn
Use the bathrooms that aren't in the main building- they are much cleaner.
 
DeeElen J.
DeeElen J.
Just recently went hiking at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach, AMAZING! Great trails. Completely shaded by tree's but still bring lots of water and good walking shoes.
 
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Be sure to check out the cypress swamp on the interior side of the park
 
Stephen H.
Stephen H.
Lots of trails, love this place.
 
Single Man P.
Single Man P.
Nice park to run or ride a bike.
 
Bree G.
Bree G.
Perfect trails for biking, hiking or kayaking in the back bay area ... lots of shade for picnics ...
 
Steve O.
Steve O.
Great park to run, hike, walk, bike, boat just everything
 
Alan B.
Alan B.
Beautiful trails perfect for walking running and biking. Something other to do than just go to the beach. But you can find a beautiful little one here if you look hard enough.
 
Katie T.
Katie T.
Great place to bring the kids and have a family day
 
Et O.
Et O.
Parking may cost you a few bucks ~$4
 
Caroline
Caroline
Grab lunch at Taste Unlimited on the way and have a picnic and bring your dog and walk on the trails.
 
 
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Discovery - VA

In 1607, English ships arrived at the shoreline of what is now First Landing State Park before establishing Jamestown. Visit there and enjoy a fascinating look at the history of these travelers and visit the Native American village to learn more about those who were here first.
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Fishing - VA

For anglers, Virginia is the perfect state with opportunities ranging from ocean and bay fishing off First Landing, to trout fishing at Grayson Highlands State Park with a vast variety of species in between the ocean and the mountains. Plan your next trip by using www.fishvirginiafirst.com.
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March 21, 2012, 6:17 p.m. - paul b permalink
great place to walk around and just look at stuff
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