First Landing State Park
"Chesapeake visitors are drawn to the park for beach access, camping, and kayaking on the bay. It is a convenient destination for a full day outdoors."
A coastal Virginia park with beaches, marshes, maritime forest, and historic significance at the site of the first English landing.
Machicomoco State Park
"Chesapeake visitors often come for a nearby nature destination with broad river views and interpretive experiences. It offers a relaxing break from the South Hampton Roads area."
A York River park honoring Indigenous heritage with paddling, shoreline scenery, and interpretive experiences.
York River State Park
"Chesapeake visitors are often looking for a nearby coastal park with water access and open space. York River State Park is a practical choice for paddling and nature photography."
A scenic tidal park on the York River known for paddling, fossils, wildlife, and wooded trails.