This is a. Amazing place for hiking biking and running. There are paved and unpaved hiking and biking trails. Love that I can walk 3 miles and not even notice..my kids and the puppy love it here too! Highly recommended. There are public bathrooms as well.

Love that you can either visit the ocean or the forest! Not many natural areas offer both. There are parking fees, but supporting this amazing park is money well spent and keeps the amenities from becoming crowded.The beach-side is on the Chesapeake Bay, and has wide, clean sand expanses. With fewer people than other beaches, its a pleasure to walk the drift line or set up a spot to watch the wildlife. The forest side has miles of trails interspersed with wooden walkways and overlooks. They wind through bogs where cypress knees and Spanish Moss are everywhere. There are historic sites like the Indian Grave and longhouse, as well as information signs for the flora and fauna. In late summer there are areas with wild blueberries, and fall is a mushroom extravaganza! Pets are allowed on leash, and this is one of my dogs favorite adventures! Although trails are marked, it is worthwhile to pick up a trail map at the Visitors Center. Helps keep track of paths you take!

I love running the trails in First Landing. Im not a Virginia resident and the $7 day pass for a vehicle is a bit steep, so I usually park outside the gate on 64th Street on the east end or over by Cape Story Park off Shore Drive on the west end. Then I just jump on Cape Henry trail and head into the park. There are a few maps that rate the trails, but other than distance theres not much difference in difficulty (at most theyre gently rolling). The trails along the Broad Bay side are great. Cape Henry trail would be great on a gravel bike, but since I only run here, I try and branch off as quickly as I can to the side trails. Lots of combinations to get the distance you want.

Such a beautiful state park. Located on the Chesapeake Bay with great trails for walking and biking. For the most part, camp sites are spacious and fairly private. The camp store is one of the best Ive seen. Only complaint, it was cold when we visited so we spent $18 on firewood since we couldnt bring our own. What we bought was not cured and did little to create a nice cozy fire! Otherwise, all wonderful. We will return.

A popular state park near Cape Henry, First Landing is most popular with beach goers who use the car park to head to the beach on the border of the confluence of Chesapeake and Atlantic Ocean. Across the highway are walking and biking trails which seemed to have a decent amount of traffic. Many plants are at their northernmost range at First Landing, which is really neat to see if you are from the north and don’t wish to travel much more south to see them, such as Spanish moss. The trail near the lake is especially neat, but they’re all very nice and well-maintained; there is a $7 charge for vehicular entry. Worth a visit if you’re a nature buff or simply looking to get some exercise or visit a beach. Cheers.

Best vacation spot for the whole family! Our family loves First Landing because there is so much to do. Everyone can find something that pleases them, whether its walking on the beach, paddleboarding, hiking/biking the trails or spending the day at the ocean front. Sunsets and crabbing at night are a must!

We camped here and it was wonderful. I rarely give 5 stars to anything unless it is truly a unique place that is worth the travel. All the camp sites are magical.We drive almost 400 miles to camp here in our pop up camper and we were so pleased. The facilities are great, the beach is wonderful and the campground is close to everything fun to do in Virginia Beach. The hiking and biking is so fun at this place and the gift shop is great.

We love camping here. Have been going each summer for over 10 years. It’s gotten progressively busier, to the point it’s hard to even get a reservation. While I love it, the onslaught of folks camping means that not everyone respects the park. Litter at camp sites, on the beach and on the trails is increasingly common. People bag their dog poop and then leave it on the trail. Throwing trash in the wooded areas of camps. It’s unfortunate.

Visited here with my husband, sister and her two small children. We had a wonderful time! The beach was not overly crowded, it was clean and the water was very calm. Perfect for swimming, especially with two kids. The bathrooms were very clean, and the general store had lots of options. All of the staff was nice and all indoor facilities required masks. We had a great experience and can’t wait to come back and camp and hit some of the trails.

My mom and I loved this park. We came here to do some of the trails and our expectations were satisfied. We hiked the Bald Cypress Trail. The views of the swamps were really cool. Also, the trail itself was extremely well maintained. I’d say this was a pretty easy hike, too, so most people can do this one. I’m glad I got to do this hike, but there are so many other things I wanted to do in the park. I can get to those the next time I’m in the area, though! In any event, if you’re looking for a park with good hikes and beaches, check this one out!

Beautiful park with lots to see and do. The beach access is awesome. $7 to park all day. Bathrooms, outside showers, snack bar. Handicap access to beach. Water was warm and very calm when we visited the end of July. The water is very shallow great for small kids

Seriously a must see for anyone who likes to hike, bike, or trike. I was just looking for a word to rhyme. Anyways beautiful beaches on the back entrance and gorgeous paths on the north side. Enjoy some Tinder profile pics #thisiswhyimsingle

Great place to visit the coast with your rv or tent. Very clean and organized!

Beautiful and peaceful place. Just perfect at fall, because not so hot and mosquitoes not really bother you

Loved this state park. The visitor center was closed but would love to stop in when they open from covid. Beach was clean and very empty. Would recommend stopping in.

It is nice place for the kids. It was a good tent camping experience. We were requested water and electricity and we haven’t any issues except late night high volume talkings and laughings.

Such a great place. We camped in our TT and loved it. The sites are for smaller campers. Ours was a perfect fit at 22 but I could see larger ones having issues. The staff is friendly. Staying on the bay side was such a nice surprise. I absolutely loved it. The sand is deep so take extra boards to level your camper. Close by were some great restaurants on the Marina . We hit them all and loved them all.

Great campsites. (RV and Yurts spots are also available.) Some campsites are smaller/larger than others. Nice bathroom and shower facilities.Private beach access is a huge plus. This section of Virginia Beach is not as crowded as the public access areas. Its a long walk to the water, but the board walk makes getting across most of the sand easier.Cute camp store with many essentials including firewood.

Great experience! It was busy when we got there on a Saturday. The campsites were packed. But the beach was not crowded Saturday evening! Sunday was quiet and the rustic campsite was nice!

A nice quiet park with excellent trails. The bald cypress trail was excellent.

We went to the 64th street hiking area and used a stroller for our walk for our daughter. Please, dont do this!! The trail is too bumpy for a stroller. Also, we used the port o pottie... it was a horrible experience. It was like it hadnt been cleaned in weeks! The overall area for hiking etc was pretty nice, spacious. However, it cost $7 just to park and go walking for a bit. This was too much for our 1hr visit!!!

If camping, bugs, lots. Some sites are elevated on old dunes but others squat low near water. Avoid those. Some tent sites are small, sad, and exposed. Avoid those too. Road noise can be an issue if too close to US 60, but if you tuck yourself in its surprisingly quiet. Yurts look awesome. Beach at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay is great for families with young kids not ready for bigger waves. Dunes between campground and beach are beautiful. Cape Henry Trail was a fun family bike ride. Access points to the Atlantic Ocean in VA Beach are an easy drive. Not by any means a remote wilderness but if you want to have a family beach trip without the high rises and/or on a budget this is a solid option.

Absolutely beautiful spot that is a must visit! Trails are well marked out and easy to navigate, pets welcome and everything is well maintained

I’m visiting from out of state and this was the perfect place! We were able to relax on the beach and take our dogs hiking! The trails are beautiful and well-kept. I wish this park was closer to me and I would go all the time!

Best beach in VA Beach! Excellent for a relaxing day

Best campground weve been to. Right at the beach. Very scenic. Campsites spaced far enough apart that you dont necessarily even see your neighbors. Beautiful spot.

Nice campground, but definitely not big rig friendly. We are 42 feet, and at every turn, we traded paint with trees.

What a great place to talk your dog for a walk. Enjoyed the beauty of the park.

Very nice state park for beach access that allows dogs. Parking was $7 but was worth it for a less crowded beach. The water was very calm and shallow so good for kiddos

The park is large with lots of trails, but largely unaccessible by foot. You’d need to be a runner or on bike. Several trails are only accessible off the one main road making i dangerous to access with small children. Parking is fair, but could useMore spread out lots to make enjoying the existing. Trails more feasible.

The park is beautiful with marsh lands and long trails (easy to moderate).Trail map provided in the entrance is quite confusing and you will end up asking others how to reach the trails,unless you get the parking lot near the park office. 10$ being collected as parking fee isnt justified when we cant even get a good map and there is no consideration for residents or off season.i would rather go to near by park like Dismal swamp state park which is free and have more to see.

Always a beautiful visit. Rain or shine. The trails are well kept, the wildlife always a nice surprise (watch out for the trail crossing snakes!), and a little bug spray goes a long way. Enjoy!

We checked out the beach, and hiked a few trails. A lot of historical knowledge to be gained by visiting this park! Lots of wildlife, and the trails are mostly shaded even on the hottest day. They also have a good sized campground too, very nice place we highly recommend.

Wonderful place! Clean and gorgeous beaches, accommodating and friendly staff and park rangers. Would have given 5 stars if it werent for the standing water puddles/ ponds scattered around that bred an ungodly amount of mosquitoes. Maybe the park could put mosquito killer pellets in that standing water. Bring some for yourself and youll have a great time otherwise!

Small beach area, not crowded, easy parking. Public bathrooms and shower available. Souvenir store which also sells some snacks. Best sunset spot. Dog friendly. There is a fee per car which is $7.00 (summer 2020).

Great park. Just found a pair of brown sunglasses on a wooden bench by the lake. Sunday, 9/27 @5:39 pm. If you lost them, this is where you left them!

Nice campground across the dunes from the bay and not far from nice hiking trails. Campsites have a Hobbit-like feel, especially for tent campers, with gnarly oaks creating a cozy setting. The only negative is that hookups in some RV sites are reversed.

Nice park with well marked trails and benches to rest. We didnt explore as much as we would have liked to because temps were close to 100 degrees. Dont forget your bug spray! $7 entry fee.

Very nice park. Not only the nicest bathrooms, but also the cleanest weve came across in any campground. We will definitely be back. Nice job!

Been going here since I was a kid, good memories, pretty great place to chill especially at the amphitheatre with siblings or friends. Used to skate there when I was younger. Highly recommend not staying when meteorologists say there will be a hurricane though. Yes, we did that one year.

Beautiful place to camp. The sites are unique and well placed. The bathrooms and showers stretch well maintained. The folks at the service center are friendly and helpful. And the trails...the trails for hiking biking and exploring are tremendous! The beach has wonderfully soft sand and is easy swimming.

Wonderful park, lots of outdoorsy to do. Biking, hiking and much more. One of my favorite parks in Virginia Beach.

The beachfront portion of the park is nice with low waves if you have small children. The campsites are small and about half front a busy road with significant traffic noise. All in all there are better parks in Virginia for camping but few with better access to the ocean.

Absolutely stunning park! Both the hiking trails and beach side are gorgeous natural areas. I found the beach to be very clean and not super crowded. Tons of beautiful seabirds including droves of pelicans. One might be lucky enough to find good shells or sea stones. The trails were immaculate and it seems most folks respect nature here. They are a mix of Boardwalk and dirt paths. So many different types of trees and even some Spanish moss! The education center is great for kids and adults, and teaches about the local wildlife and foliage. This is a great day for people of all ages, plus dog friendly. Peaceful and educational! The rangers I met are so pleasant as well. Five stars!

This park is extremely poorly maintained considering the traffic it gets. It literally has the worst nastiest stinkiest out houses that I have ever seen anywhere in the United States. There are dates on it that are a laugh they say its been maintained within 2 days ago this thing has not been touched in months

It took me way too long to finally visit but it was definitely love at first sight! There’s so much beauty to appreciate. A delightful alternative to eating calories with friends is burning calories with them. I’ve enjoyed lots of great talks over long walks and scenic views. Not crowded at all and well kept. Easily one of my Top 3 Favorite parks in Hampton Roads. Gorgeous at any time of year. Do it!

Met some super cool people there. There is a little bit of outside/ town noise. But overall the people within the camp are fairly quiet.

The beach here is very peaceful and beautiful

Had a great time. Very clean and the trails are well makes.

Great place to go to the beach, camp, or hike. Dogs allowed! There is plenty of beach to share and not too deep to have fun in the waves! The trails are great and almost all are well marked.

What a hidden beauty amongst our beautiful city. A must-see hidden gem

This place is amazing! Lots of trails, friendly people, clean environment. Couldnt ask for anything more. Perfect place for a family outing or just a walk. Either way you cant go wrong

You pay to get it I believe its $7 for weekdays and $10 for weekends but its worth it in my opinion if you have kids, the waves werent big(my 3 year old didnt have any problems playing in the water) they had a mat thing so you didnt burn your feet Immediately. The restrooms were clean, I didnt see any changing room also they have fish tanks in there(pictures attached) I could only see one because of covid-19. Also you can camp there with RV/camper or tent, they had trails, a store in the park and a restaurant. It seems like a great place to come spend a week or so.

This park is the jewel of Virginia Beach. The beaches are immaculate (depending on how well visitors dispose of their cigarettes and drinks), the staff is welcoming, the facilities are nice, and the sites are well-sized. Maritime forest or bayside dunes, take your time here and help keep Virginia beautiful.

Very nice park frequent here quite a bit. Has numerous trails of different types and boardwalks on the Bay side entrance. The Oceanside entrance in VB is also nice just has a different character and has water access on a bay. That side of the park does become kind of a hang out during the summer or holidays though.

Cabin 14 was great and nicely secluded in the woods. Beds and pillows have protective covers, linens are no longer provided. (thanks covid). We brought everything we needed and slept comfortably. Kitchen is well stocked. Common room is comfortable, theyve added a TV/DVD to the wall. It was 100°+ and the AC held fine. Sadly way to hot for fire pit.Beach access is across the street. We drove. Beach is calm, great sandbars. Park office had restrooms, washing station, and snack bar.

I absolutely LOVED this park. Breathtaking views! Peaceful! There are many different hiking trails. Dog friendly ️

We went and did the Bald Cypress Trail. The parking lot was busy but this trail was not. It was rated as easy and it was doable for all ages. There is a $10 parking fee.

Beautiful and each site has different characteristics. Our first sight was nestled in among lower foliage, sand dunes, and a thick sand site which provided nice seclusion from neighboring sites. Second site was under high foliage with tree branch growing outward in all directions. This created a great canopy for over our RV. The children around us loved climbing and playing in the trees. Both sites had quick walking access to the beach. Beach was nice and the little sand crabs were entertaining for our kids and our pets. There seemed to be a neat science lab for kids but it was closed due to covid-19. A short drive and you are at the boardwalk and the ocean. Definitely a place I would like to visit again.

Amazing park with fun trails. My wife and I went here to escape from work for the day. It was so nice just to walk the trails with our puppy. Easy to get to and easy to navigate the trails. Youll see plenty of other people too, so this was a nice place to help socialize our dog. Saw some wild life and got good exercise. Would absolutely recommend for anyone!

Great family beach! Kid and pet friendly. Park is also a camp ground. Calm waters. Good for water sports and fishing. Will visit again.

A friend of myself, went out on a walk thinking it was a six-mile round trip, only to find out that it was a six-mile one-way walk. Definitely somewhere you want to bring water with you they do not have water jug filling fountains. the trails are true hiking trails along with one paved bicycle/walking trail. Has a wonderful Beach area up near the boat launch area where you have ocean water but with no Riptides and such not a lot of people out there so you can enjoy it a quiet family time if you bring family with you. This is a state park it does cost you to enter the park During certain hours in certain times of the year. Unless youre a disabled veteran where state parks are free for veterans who live in the state.

Always enjoy going for a day hike or bike at first landing. Be sure to come properly prepared for mosquitoes.

I love this state park! There’s so many trails to hike along at varying distances. From 1 mile to 6 miles there’s something for everyone. Parking fee is $7 but absolutely worth it especially if you stay for more than an hour. Lots of parking spaces and friendly workers. There’s a trail center which has souvenirs like hoodies, zip ups, stickers, dog treats, hats but most importantly a map of the park which I recommend getting. Even after a rainy day, all the trails except the Cape Henry one (6 miles) were not muddy or slippery to walk/run on. There’s wooden bridges, soft trails, paved trails, with different types of terrain. Weekend hikes with friends and pets are guaranteed to be worth your while.

Beautiful place to view sunset. Going to have to go back

First landing is such a beautiful park! There are wonderful trails and access to the bay, as well as camping and the opportunity to stay in a yurt!

Its a very nice camp site. The only downside is the bathroom at the camp site are very dirty. One of the shower the water was extremely hot. The other shower the water was really slow coming down. Campsite fill up really fast so make sure you book really early. I dont like how the public has access to the camp. With the public having access to the camp I dont feel very safe staying here.

Beautiful paved, shaded trails. Great cozy cabins to rent. Less busy beach with calm waters. What is not to love? Definitely one of my favorite places in VB Beach hands down I recommend everyone come here and experience it and if youre going to the beach make sure to not only sunscreen but also insect repellent to help with the sand fleas.

My favorite place is the world. I recommend this to all of my friends who visit. Best sunset view!!! So many trails and wooded areas. $7 for parking but you can ride bike or walk for free. Can even rent canoes. We always make friends- lots of nice people here!

Well maintained state park..Beautiful shallow beach..Good clean bathrooms.You can see dolphins in the afternoons..

Wonderful place to be able to visit the beach without it being too crowded. I camped overnight and the site was nice and shady. My only complaint is that the showers were quite musty smelling so I would recommend bringing a portable shower. Otherwise, wonderful experience.

We loved this park. The beaches were spacious, the water perfect in July, the sunsets were beautiful and the camping and cabins made the time there special. We had a family reunion and most rented cabins. I camped. We spent the day on the beach and watched the sunset! Be present. Be with nature. Enjoy this park.

Great location, large state park with about 200 sites. Its extremely popular and you should book months in advance for a holiday. I booked in August for Memorial Day. A quick 5 minute walk from our camp site to the beach. The beach is dog-friendly and folks did a great job with their pets. It wasnt a five star visit for us as we had to find someone to come and mow our site. While its a large park, it was also a holiday weekend and seems like that should have been taken care of in advance. Based on the height, it hadnt been mowed in a few weeks. Other than that, no complaints. The camp host near our site was extremely friendly. The bath houses while older, were clean. Its right off of Shore Drive, so an easy drive to a few local restaurants and grocery stores. Its close to a couple of local breweries as well. We look forward to a return trip next year.

This State Park is an awesome place to make memories with your family. Our kids love exploring here and as parents we love how well kept this state park is.

Great trails. Did not realize the parking $7 fee and they strictly enforce it. Soft trails that are mostly pretty wide. We walked Osprey to White Hill Lake to to Cape Henry loop off of 64th street. 6 mile loop and not a lot of pedestrian traffic. Great for dogs.

Beautifully maintained trails for hiking. Beach area for recreation. fishing and boat launch area.

First landing is awesome full of the old sands of time still being washed clean by the waves

Really great park with many different trails. These photos are from a biking trail. Since it is swamp land, cover up and bring repellant if you get easily bit.

Nice park. Quiet, clean. Small wall to beach.

This was our 2 year camping there love it. Beach is right there. The trails are great n see so many kinds of animals. They go in the morning n clean bathrooms. Bathroom could use a upgrade or some better cleaning. But definitely going back.

Nice beach. Open but also kind of hidden behind the trees so its much more chill than a wide open beach like Virginia Beach. Plenty of parking right next to the water ($8 for the day I think). Decent clean public bathrooms. Good destination for a family day trip or just a bunch of pals drinking beers

Its a beautiful park with great trails for walking and biking. The scenery is fabulous. Unfortunately there is constant traffic noise and frequent jet flyovers.

Always a great break to take from the busy week

I love camping at state parks. The sites have plenty of room between each other and it was great to stay close to the beach. The bathhouses could use a good cleaning more often...but overall a nice park.

Great for hiking and running. Beautiful scenery- from swamps to pine forest to sandy coastline. Trails are well marked and easy to follow. A variety of trails from easy to moderate difficulty. Ample parking at Park Center.

This is such a beautiful place with tons of wildlife and history. There is a lot to explore with miles and miles of trails. It is amazing that such a quiet natural reserve is so close to the Virginia Beach oceanfront resort area because you feel like you are in another land.

Its always something new.

I am a 757 local and I have been here twice. Most people come for the beach. The nature trails are really beautiful and show case tidewaters biodiversity. You dont have to leave the city to feel like youre out of it.

Perfect place to enjoy ocean and sand with small kids. It is a bay area and ocean is culm and not rocky as it is on a shore in Downtown VB. Lots of room on a beach and nice and clean area. Coming to this park many years in a row and always happy.

It has everything you want. Trails, beach, camping. So pretty.

Excellent atmosphere directly off the boardwalk. The food was very fairly priced with large portions and delicious. The $18 drinks were worth it and i had a wonderful experience in every aspect

First Landing is beautiful- and huge! There are three entrances. These pics are from the park on the Bay side. There is also a massive park with walking trails across the street. That was two entrances (that do not connect).

Great bike trail. Well maintained. Nice place to get into the beauty of nature.

Great park. Trails was awesome. Great gift shop. Had a great time.

Great place to camp and/or hang out at the beach or take a nature hike. Staff is friendly & the native wildflowers are gorgeous.

Friendly staff. Well maintained. Camped here for 4 nights.

Its always something new to see.

Very expensive just to park and see the beach. They charge by the car load. Stay on the boardwalk. Would have been nice to have free parking. If the weather is fantastic and warm & if you want a quiet beach, this might be the place.

What I liked most was the hard path onto the beach. Makes a tough walk with the cooler and everything else you have to carry a lot easier.

Great hiking and biking trails! I especially loved the cypress trail.