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Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Back Bay Refuge contains over 8,000 acres, situated on and around a thin strip of coastline typical of barrier islands found along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The majority of refuge marshlands are on islands contained within the water of Back Bay. The refuge provides habitat for a wide assortment of wildlife, including snow geese, loggerhead turtles, piping plovers and more.
 757-721-2412

Little Island State Park

This park's location and many amenities make this a must-do activity while on vacation in Sandbridge.  Anglers will enjoy fishing from the pier or surf fish from the coast south of the swimming beach.  Surfers and Swimmers also enjoy this part for it's life-guarded swimming and surfing areas (Memorial Day - Labor Day).  After a swim or battling the fish, enjoy the playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, and covered picnic shelters.  There is even a public kayak and canoe launch located across from the park entrance.  
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First Landing State Park

First Landing is a registered national landmark open to hikers, bikers, bird watchers and campers. Its 2,888-acre landscape is home to more than 600 species of trees and plants, semi tropical forest and gian sand dunes. Special features include: camping, hiking, biking, fishing, swim, windsurfing, surfing, jet skiiing, water skiing, kayaking canoeing.
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Pleasure House Point 

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Located just west of the Lesner Bridge and south of the Chesapeake Bay, Pleasure House Point Natural Area is 118 acres of water, tidal marsh, sandy shores and maritime forest.  ​​​​The tidal wetlands of the property provide habitat for the iconic Chesapeake Bay blue crab, diamond back terrapin, and the Lynnhaven oyster, and act as nurseries for mollusks, crabs, and fish. They also provide food and habitat to many bird, reptile and amphibian species. Please respect the wildlife during your visit; take care not to disturb nests or eggs and do not approach or feed the wildlife.  Hiking, biking and wildlife viewing.

757-385-3111