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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

Nov. 8, 2025. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The blue crab is one of the most iconic species of the Chesapeake Bay. Join the Rangers to learn a time-tested method of catching blue crabs in the most sustainable way. PLEASE NOTE: This program requires the purchase of a crab throw line, available at the Cape store behind the Main Visitor Center.

All programs are free to attend and are weather-dependent. Please wear appropriate outdoor gear, bring water, and consider bug spray and sunscreen.

blue crab caught in crabbing net with swimmers in the bay in background

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