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.

First Day Hike - Hidden History

Location of False Cape State Park in Virginia

Where

False Cape State Park, 4001 Sandpiper Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot

When

Jan. 1, 2022. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Start the New Year with a special winter hike and get a "behind the scenes" look at False Cape State Park! This program includes an open-air tram ride through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and into False Cape, where participants will get to see features of the park that are not located on the trails and not normally accessible to visitors. Expect to walk about 1.5 miles, partly over soft sand. Dress for the weather; long pants and sturdy shoes are required for walking off-trail.

Space may be limited based on current COVID-19 guidance. Reservations are required. To make a reservation please call (757) 426-7128 during Visitor Center hours (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.).

To protect the safety of participants and staff: 1) Participant numbers may be limited based on current COVID guidelines. 2) Participants MUST wear a face covering on the tram. 3) Participants must pre-pay for the tour. 4) Participants cannot attend the tour if they have any of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.

Trail in False Cape

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-426-7128
Email Address: FalseCape@dcr.virginia.gov