Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Bayside Crabbing

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
The Cape Store (Camp Store)

When

June 3, 2022. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

In this catch and release program, learn about the importance of the Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab, then try to catch a few on your own. Meet at the Campstore, supplies available for purchasing. Be prepared to get wet.

Known as the "beautiful swimmer," blue crabs, Callinectes sapidus, are the most iconic Chesapeake Bay species.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov