Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 25. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.


Birding


First Landing State Park

757-412-2300, firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov

A wide variety of birds near premier urban offerings and world-class oceanfront.

Type of birds

Shore birds, waterfowl and osprey.

Best time of year to observe

Winter for waterfowl, year-round for shore birds, February through June for nesting osprey.

Best places in the park to observe

The beach attracts many shore birds.

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