Popular with locals and surfers, located just south of the main Virginia Beach resort area. Features designated surfing area, volleyball courts, and quieter atmosphere than the main oceanfront. Free public access with limited street parking.
Second-longest public beach in Virginia located on the Potomac River. Features historic small town with golf cart culture, marina, fishing pier, and boardwalk. Free access with nearby restaurants, shops, and water activities.
Norfolk’s public beach on Chesapeake Bay featuring 7.5 miles of shoreline, fishing pier, and several beach parks including Community Beach Park and Sarah Constant Beach Park. Free access with playgrounds, picnic areas, and seasonal events.
Two-acre beachfront along the York River in historic Yorktown. Features swimming area, fishing pier, and waterfront restaurants. Free access with nearby Revolutionary War battlefield sites, museums, and shopping. Hosts special events and concerts.
Local favorite on Chesapeake Bay featuring calmer waters than oceanfront beaches. Known for laid-back atmosphere, paddleboarding, kayaking, and waterfront restaurants. Free public access with limited parking primarily in residential areas.
Hampton’s popular public beach on Chesapeake Bay featuring a fishing pier, playground, picnic shelters, and seasonal lifeguards. Hosts summer concerts and movie nights with food vendors during peak season. Free access with paid parking.
Public beach on the Chesapeake Bay featuring calm, shallow waters ideal for families with young children. Located in a historic small town with shops and restaurants. Free access with beautiful sunset views and nearby fishing pier.
Virginia’s most visited state park where English colonists first landed in 1607. Features 1.5 miles of beachfront on Chesapeake Bay, 20 miles of hiking trails, and diverse coastal habitats. Entry fee required with campground and cabin rentals available.
Part of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, famous for wild ponies and pristine beaches. Features designated swimming areas, bicycle paths, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Entry fee required with limited facilities focused on natural experience.
Known as “The Outer Banks of Virginia,” featuring 5 miles of secluded beaches away from the main tourist area. Primarily residential with vacation rentals, limited commercial development, and quieter atmosphere. Adjacent to Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.