1255 Big Bethel Road
Hampton, VA 23666Article source: Sandy Bottom information

This 456-acre recreational facility features two lakes, wetlands areas, trails for hiking and biking, fishing, non-motorized boating, picnic areas, children’s playground, primitive camping, tent cabins and a beautiful nature center, including a conference room and a classroom available for reservation. Ask about special nature programs or check the website for up-to-date information. Park open year-round: Nature Center closed on Mondays.

Bordering the Chesapeake Bay, Buckroe Beach offers eight acres of family-friendly sandy beach, a playground for children, picnic shelters with tables and grills by reservation, a great walking and bike path, and spacious car park area.

Certified lifeguards are on duty daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. During the summer months, visitors can swing to the sounds of the Sunday night Groovin by the Bay concerts, or view an outdoor movie as part of the Tuesday night POMOCO Family Movie Series.

Beach chair, umbrella, kayak and paddelcraft rentals are available to make your stay at Buckroe Beach completely convenient and enjoyable.

Hours:
Opens: 8:00 AM
Closes: 6:00 PM

Children Welcome

article information/source: Buckroe Beach and Park

I had an opportunity to visit Buckroe Beach and Park one afternoon and it was wonderful! It was one Sunday afternoon after church and the weather was great! If you are looking for a nice place for the family to walk, play, and enjoy the feel of the beach without the large crowd and hard-to-find parking spaces, this is the place to visit. 

I have teenagers who are in high school and they visit Buckroe Beach from time-to-time for the movie night.  I know they are going more for socializing  and interacting with other teens, but it is a pretty safe environment with officers who regularly patrol the area.  I have more pictures below.

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