August 15, 2021
Gloucester has a state park to call its own in Machicomoco State Park, a mix of woodlands and waterfront with so much to do you won’t be able to fit …
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July 16, 2021
Planning a stay at the Inn at Warner Hall (a waterfront bed and breakfast on the Middle Peninsula where you can sleep and paddle)? Find that it awakens your curiosity …
Continue reading “Soak Up Some Rays and Learn About Gloucester With a Walking Tour of its Murals”
July 12, 2021
Paddling is a terrific way to escape, unplug, and get away from it all. Bringing a smart phone out on the water can seem counterproductive if you’re seeking some tranquility, …
June 26, 2021
We think of blue on the Middle Peninsula, where enthusiasts can explore the magic of the region’s unique waterways by boat, kayak or a picnic on the shore. If you …
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June 15, 2021
Region: Middle Peninsula Length: 5 miles, one-way Experience Level: Intermediate Highlights: Wooded banks, winding trail, woodland wildlife Ideal Conditions: Paddling downstream, not after heavy rains …
Continue reading “Twisting, Turning, and Floating Down the Mattaponi”
May 20, 2021
The Eastern shore of Virginia can sometimes feel like just a narrow strip of land with U.S. Route 13 running right down the middle of it and that’s it. But …
Continue reading “Paddling Hack’s Neck & Pungoteague Creek Water Trails”
May 12, 2021
If you’re new to paddling and you don’t have your own kayak or paddleboard, there are still several ways to explore Virginia’s water trails. You can explore on your own …
Continue reading “Rentals, Tours, and Outfitters: How to get out on the water if you don’t own gear”
March 8, 2020
There’s plenty of paddling and river fun options throughout West Point on the Middle Peninsula of Virginia, that is for sure. Just visit the Middle Peninsula Virginia Water Trails page …
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November 30, 2019
Beautiful surprises around every corner. An historic town with an old-fashioned flavor (and an old-fashioned soda fountain…more on that later). Dining and shopping all accessible from a town marina. And …
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November 5, 2019
It goes without saying that the Virginia Middle Peninsula’s many water trails are filled with some of the most beautiful sounds of nature. Birds. Lapping waves. Soft breezes. On some …
