Cape Charles, Virginia
Top Spots in and near Cape Charles
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Norfolk, Virginia
Elizabeth River Trail
4.09.14 mi / 203 ft gainElizabeth River Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Norfolk, Virginia.Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Explore Miyazaki Japanese Garden
This Japanese Garden is very small, but a nice escape from the traditional VA Beach landscape. If you're in the area, it would make a perfect spot for some portrait photos or if you just want a short escape to nature.Read more -
Chesapeake, Virginia
Hike Indian River Park
5.02 mi / 0 ft gainWhen you're short on time and you need your daily dose of nature, Indian River Park is a quick little 'getaway'. It is best to park at Rokeby Center. When you arrive to the park you'd be surprised that this little patch of nature exists in the middle of the town. The trail can be hard to follow ...Read more -
Chesapeake, Virginia
Catch a Sunset at the Jordan Bridge
4.02 mi / 200 ft gainThe South Norfolk Jordan Bridge spans the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River connecting Chesapeake and Portsmouth, Virginia. Located beneath the bridge's abutments on the Chesapeake side is the Elizabeth River Park.Looking to stretch your legs? The park includes many amenities like a paved tr...Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Visit Colonial Williamsburg
4.6Williamsburg, Virginia , founded in 1632, is one of the oldest cities in America. The city has played major roles in American history as the capital of Virginia and as a political center for the American Revolution. Today the city offers an abundance of museums,beautiful bed and breakfasts, and l...Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Waller Mill Reservoir & Tower Trail
4.02.64 mi / 213 ft gainWaller Mill Reservoir & Tower Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Williamsburg, Virginia.Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Hike the Riverview Trail
4.07.5 mi / 150 ft gainFrom the parking area at the visitor center, pick up the Backbone Trail marked with gold blazes. The trails are well marked with signage and arrows. Follow the Backbone Trail for 2 miles under you reach the trail junction of Powhatan Forks Trail. After a half mile the this trail splits with th...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Bike into False Cape State Park
4.7Located in South Eastern Virginia Beach VA, False Cape State Park is only accessible by bike, foot, or tour. To get here, you must head in to Sandbridge Beach and drive south on Sandpiper Road until you pass the Little Island Pier parking on your left. After this point, there will be no more buil...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Bike Camp False Cape
It's hard to beat an outdoor adventure that keeps you near the ocean's edge. For this destination, getting there is possibly the best part. The trail is well kept and level; perfect for an easy bike ride or hike. An easy trail due to lack of incline (after all, it is by the sea). For the first fe...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Catch Sunset on the Wild Shores of Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
5.0At the far south end of Virginia Beach’s Sandbridge community lies a seldom visited natural treasure, Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The expansive beaches feel wilder than the shores just a few miles north and are littered with the footprints of sandpipers, rather than that of humans. On th...Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Bike Jamestown Island
5.1 mi / 45 ft gainThe trail is open to cyclists and pedestrians, but does share the road with some vehicle traffic. The speed limit is slow and often there is little traffic. There also is no parking at the actual trail head, so one must begin at the Visitor Center Parking lot. The trail will show off the natural ...Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Bike the Virginia Capital Trail
5.051.2 mi / 160 ft gainThere are numerous access points to pick up the Capital Trail, however, we chose to ride the entire 51.2 mile route from Williamsburg to Richmond, VA. Mile marker "0" begins the Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg. There is a huge parking lot there with plenty of parking and is the perfect spot ...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Catch a Sunset at the Old Pungo Ferry Landing
4.0From the Virginia Beach ocean front, head South on VA-149/General Booth Blvd for 6 miles. Turn left onto Princess Anne Rd and head South for 10.5 miles. Turn right onto Old Pungo Ferry Rd. Take this road until it ends at a small park. From here, hike along the water's edge to find the best place ...Read more -
Stonehouse, Virginia
Stargaze at Little Creek Dam Road
3.0This stargazing spot is a wonderful place to test your star photography, or a sweet place to relax and chill with friends. It's a quiet and relaxing spot.It's a little windy, so bring appropriate clothing to sit there and stargaze. And make sure to go when there are clear skies, and on a night wi...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Catch A Sunset at the Munden Point Park Pier
4.00.1 mi / 0 ft gainOnce in the park, you want to make your way to the most northern section of the park for the best sunset shots. Park in front of (south) of the softball field and follow the paved bike path right in front of you. The path heads north toward the water. Walk the 200 yard long path to the pier for e...Read more -
Chesapeake, Virginia
Hike the Northwest River Park East Loop
3 mi / 0 ft gainWhen arriving at the park drive to Parking Lot 4 to park, this will give you the closest access to the trail head. Start heading Southeast along the Molly Mitchell Trail and continue on it until you reach the Shuttle Trail and take a left. You will only remain on this trail for a very short segme...Read more