September 26, 2023
A new kayak/canoe launch is being constructed on the Great Wicomico River to extend your paddle! At Glebe Point on the Great Wicomico River between Burgess and Wicomico Church off …
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September 23, 2023
They jokingly have referred to themselves as the Crazy Oyster Ladies. Their passions for the water, the environment, and their community are all rooted in oysters. But Linda Hamm and …
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June 12, 2023
Virginia Indians knew the Northern Neck peninsula by its villages and bodies of water. The current names of many of those waterways and settlements trace their origins to the Virginia …
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October 13, 2022
Located near the Chickahominy River in Charles City County sits a 24-acre park, Lawrence Lewis, Jr. Park, that is rich in history and offers visitors a wide range of outdoor …
Continue reading “Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River Part 4: Lawrence Lewis, Jr. Park”
August 22, 2022
Virginia’s water trails are not just about paddling. When you find yourself paddling a remote trail, with few signs of modern development along the shorelines, it’s almost as though you’ve …
July 22, 2022
The Northern Neck of Virginia is packed with beautiful country roads, scenic drives, historic sites, and some lovely water trails. Paddling the Potomac River can be an wonderful experience, but …
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May 30, 2022
Finding places to camp that are only reachable by kayak can sometimes be a challenge. State park paddle-in campsites require reservations weeks (or sometimes months!) in advance, which requires quite …
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May 16, 2022
Here at Virginia Water Trails, we’re more than just trail maps. Our site is chock full of tools and tips for planning your next “paddle-cation.” From certified ecotour guides and …
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April 13, 2022
In part one of Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River we took a look at the Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area in Charles City County. Now, in part two, we will make …
Continue reading “Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River Part 2: Brickyard Landing”
February 2, 2022
If you’ve been thinking about trying out kayak-camping, make this the year you give it a whirl. Or if you’re an experienced paddler that has completed countless multi-day tours, we …
Continue reading “8 Gorgeous Places to Go Kayak-Camping in Coastal Virginia”
