The best parks & outdoor spots in Virginia Beach

5 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk

Parks & Outdoors

Three miles of oceanfront therapy await on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk, a concrete path threading 59 blocks of popular statues,…

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

“Three miles of oceanfront therapy await on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk, a concrete path threading 59 blocks of popular statues, live music stages, shops, and restaurants with Atlantic views. Stroll, bike, or rollerblade the parallel path, then let the pop-up art shows and summer performances find you.”

From the Virginia Beach newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Oak Grove Park

Parks & Outdoors

Oak Grove Park has a 1.5-mile loop hugging a 65-acre lake with breezy views, hardwood forest, and legit wildlife-watching. Squeeze in a…

409 Byron St (Chesapeake)

“5-mile loop hugging a 65-acre lake with breezy views, hardwood forest, and legit wildlife-watching. Squeeze in a jog, take the kids for a quick play break, or wet a line for bass and catfish this week and come home feeling smugly outdoorsy.”

From the Chesapeake newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Great Bridge Lock Park

Parks & Outdoors

Island park featuring a playground, fishing area, boat ramp, observation beam & picnic shelters.

100 Locks Rd (Chesapeake)

“Island park featuring a playground, fishing area, boat ramp, observation beam & picnic shelters.”

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Chesapeake City Park

Parks & Outdoors

Pine forest featuring open space for dog & skate parks plus an expansive playground & horseshoes.

900 City Park Dr (Chesapeake)

“Pine forest featuring open space for dog & skate parks plus an expansive playground & horseshoes.”

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Chesapeake Arboretum

Parks & Outdoors

Site devoted to nature appreciation & education, with forest trails & gardens across 45 acres.

624 Oak Grove Rd (Chesapeake)

“Site devoted to nature appreciation & education, with forest trails & gardens across 45 acres.”

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