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The Trees' Knees

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Trail Center

When

June 26, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Are they stumps? Are they sprouts? Learn all about First Landing's cypress swamps and what you can do to protect them. A Ranger will be posted on the first overlook of the Bald Cypress Trail (behind the Trail Center). If needed, park staff can point you in the right direction.

Bald Cypress trees emerge from a swamp. The trunks are surrounded by the cones of Cypress Knees.

Other details

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