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Experience this beautiful beachfront park with restroom facilities, parking and two picnic shelters complete with tables and grills. Lifeguards are on duty from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10am until 6pm.Vendors are on-site selling food from May 15th through September 15th from 10am until 6pm.On-site parking is available free for 2 hours. All day parking is available in lots for $2.00 (Buses $5.00) from May 15th through September 15th.The beach and park are open daily from 7am to sunset.

This 578-acre preserve and estuary on the Chesapeake Bay is ideal for observing wildlife, hiking and fishing.  The preserve includes a 2 1/2 mile stretch of tranquil bay-front beach.  Year-round environmental programs and interpretation are available.

    If you have your own kayak or canoe and are just wondering where to begin, here are a few Hampton water trails offering spectacular flora and fauna. You can make the trip as leisurely or rigorous as you choose, but take time to enjoy the view. There's nothing like experiencing Hampton from our waterways! Kayaks and canoes are available for rent by the hour through Hampton Parks & Recreation.     Long CreekBegin at the entrance of Grandview Nature Preserve and paddle to the northern tip of the preserve to a sandy island, known as Factory Point. This is a good place to rest before you paddle back. NewmarketDepart from the floating dock at Air Power Park and continue along New Market Creek toward the Hampton Coliseum. Only by appointment. Back RiverDepart from the dock at Gosnold's Hope Park and follow the Back River. Hampton RiverDepart Sunset Creek Boat Ramp and enjoy views along the Hampton River.

The Matteson Trail is encircles the Hampton's Golf Course. The 3-mile nature/fitness trail is named in honor of Tess Matteson, a member of the Hampton Roads Bird Club who was instrumental in the development of the trail. The trail begins and ends at the Sentara Health & Fitness Center.The trail is open from 7am to sunset and walking in pairs is encouraged.

Long respected as one of the finest facilities on the Peninsula, this 5900 yard, par 69 course is convenient to both Williamsburg and southside communities. Add 52 sand bunkers and you have a challenge for Duffers and Professionals. The clubhouse offers a pro shop, snack bar restaurant and access to a spacious putting green.Open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset. The course is open all major holidays except Christmas.