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Bald Cypress Trail Guided Hike

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

Jan. 18, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Bald Cypress Trail is one of the park’s most popular trails with several swamp overlooks. See first-hand the rich biodiversity that makes the swamp ecosystem one of our critical wetland habitats. Catch a glimpse of the rainbow swamp phenomenon most commonly seen in the winter months!

bald cypress trees in swamp with rainbow colors on water

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