Most recently updated January 16th, 2022
Spring can be the best time to try out some coastal trails, before it gets too hot or or crowded with Summer visitors. One great place to visit is First Landing State Park.
Situated at the juncture of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, First Landing is the most visited State Park in Virginia and includes one of the most endangered habitat types in the world – the maritime forest.
I first visited First Landing State Park several years ago, on a long Spring weekend with That Man and the puppy.
We hiked several of the park’s trails on that visit, including the Cape Henry Trail – which is the longest trail in the park.
The 6.1-mile (one way) Cape Henry Trail winds through many diverse habitats, including the rarely-found maritime forest.
This past October, I had some free time and took a day trip to the park from where I was staying in nearby historic Williamsburg, specifically to hike the Cape Henry Trail again.
I wasn’t disappointed – both the park and the trail were just as beautiful as I remembered!
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