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- False Cape State Park — official page
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- Operator:(757) 426-7128
- Address:4001 Sandpiper Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23456 · VA
About
False Cape State Park is an undeveloped coastal park located between Back Bay and the Atlantic Ocean in Virginia. The park's name reflects its geographic features, as it lies just north of False Cape, a point that has historically been significant for navigation. What sets False Cape apart is its pristine natural environment, featuring sandy beaches, salt marshes, and diverse ecosystems that support a variety of wildlife, making it a unique destination for nature enthusiasts.
Visitors to False Cape State Park can explore the area by hiking, biking, or paddling, enjoying its remote and tranquil setting. The park offers opportunities for primitive camping, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. Access to the park is limited, as there are no roads leading directly into it; therefore, visitors should plan for a trek or paddle to reach the park's attractions. It’s important to verify hours, fees, and closures on the official state site before visiting.
Source: dcr.virginia.gov
From Wikipedia
False Cape State Park is a 4,321-acre (17.49 km2) state park located on the Currituck Banks Peninsula, but within the city of Virginia Beach, from Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge to the state border with North Carolina. Access is generally by foot or bicycle through the wildlife refuge from Virginia, or by boat or canoe from either the bayside or Atlantic shoreline. The park and former Wash Woods community therein gained their respective names because some mariners mistakenly believed it a barrier island near Cape Henry and the Chesapeake Bay further north. Some would run aground, particularly in severe weather, then their cargo washed ashore. The Currituck Banks Peninsula is a one-mile-wide (1.6 km) sandy spit between the Back Bay of the Currituck Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, and just north of Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
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