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.
False Cape After Dark
Where
False Cape State Park, 4001 Sandpiper Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
When
May 26, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park. We will traverse through pristine maritime forest to the seashore, listening for creatures of the night and stargazing along the way. Expect to walk 2 miles round trip, partly over soft sand. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Cost is $10 per person. Reservations are required. To make a reservation please call 757-426-7128.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $10 per person.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-426-7128
Email Address: FalseCape@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
False Cape After Dark - June 30, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - July 20, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Aug. 10, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Aug. 18, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Sept. 1, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Sept. 21, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Oct. 5, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Nov. 15, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
False Cape After Dark - Dec. 14, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.