SITE DESCRIPTION:
Located mid-way along Virginia's Eastern Shore, Parramore Island is the state's largest natural area preserve. More than seven and a half miles long, the island is one of 14 uninhabited Atlantic barrier islands that are part of The Nature Conservancy's Virginia Coast Reserve. The island features a high-energy beach and dune system, a globally rare maritime scrub community, and expansive salt marshes.
Located mid-way along Virginia's Eastern Shore, Parramore Island is the state's largest natural area preserve. More than seven and a half miles long, the island is one of 14 uninhabited Atlantic barrier islands that are part of The Nature Conservancy's Virginia Coast Reserve. The island features a high-energy beach and dune system, a globally rare maritime scrub community, and expansive salt marshes.
VISITATION:
Parramore Island can only be reached by boat. Access is restricted to
educational or research purposes and only by arrangement with The Nature
Conservancy.
For additional information contact the Virginia Coast Reserve office of The Nature Conservancy at (757) 442-3049
Locality
Accomack
Owner
The Nature Conservancy
Preserve Size
7000 acres
Access
By arrangement with The Nature Conservancy
CONTACT INFO
For additional information or to arrange a visit,
contact:
Dot Field, Eastern Shore Region Steward
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Division of Natural Heritage
Wachapreague, VA
(757)-787-5576.