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About ChesapeakeChesapeake is situated in the heart of Coastal Virginia, and offers a unique blend of urban and rural settings... more
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Chesapeake Dining
Chesapeake is a foodie's paradise with an array of culinary options from local-o... more
Sports Facilities
Chesapeake, Virginia hosts sporting facilities including seven outdoor recreatio... more
Virginia Green
Chesapeake is proud to be a participant in the Virginia Green Certification, a s... more
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Its versatile 22,700 square feet of meeting and banquet space can handle busines... more
Year-Round Fishing
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When water temperatures begin to drop, speckled trout bask in Chesapeake's popular Hot Ditch, the premier location on the East Coast to land a citation-size speckled trout.
Discharged from the Dominion Power Plant, warm waters flow into the Elizabeth River's southern branch and create a heated haven for baitfish. Those unseasonably warm temperatures and plentiful food supply, in turn, draw hungry gamefish including speckled trout, some puppy drum and the occasional striped bass that stay to feed long after the mercury dips. In fact, they often are prevented from moving out due to temperature barriers at the mouth of the river.
Winter isn't the only time of year for fishing Chesapeake's waters. Generations of anglers gather each June at Northwest River Park's stocked freshwater lake during the Family Fishing Rodeo and Grandparents Fishing Day events. Drop a line from the bank or rent a boat and troll around to reel in bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish.
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Amber Lantern Restaurant
- 5532 Bainbridge Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 227-3057
- Fax: (757) 227-3070
Fine dining on the Intracoastal Waterway that offers a terrific ambiance and a wide variety of spectacular, Mediterranean-style dishes. A wonderful selection of drinks, wine, and more. Banquet room can accommodate groups up to 180 people.
Atlantic Yacht Basin
- 2615 Basin Road
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 482-2141
- Tollfree: (800) 992-2489
- Fax: (757) 482-1682
Atlantic Yacht Basin, Inc. is a full service repair and storage facility located on the A & C canal of the Intracoastal Waterway in Chesapeake, VA. We were established in 1936 and our services and talents have attracted captains and yacht owners from...more
Ballahack Boat Ramp
- 1200 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
- Chesapeake, VA 23323
- Phone: (757) 382-6411
- Fax: (757) 382-8418
Concrete boat ramp that accommodates boats up to 22' with adjacent pier and gravel parking lot. Open sunrise to sunset. Children and pets welcome.
Bay Propeller and Marine Supply
- 3231 South Military Highway
- Chesapeake, VA 23323
- Phone: (757) 485-5681
- Fax: (757) 485-0166
Bay Propeller and Marine Supply is a repair and sales facility for Outboard Boat Propellers, Stern Drive Boat Propellers, and Inboard Boat Propellers. We also repair lower unit skegs and custom work is welcome. We carry a large inventory of new prope...more
Bob's Fishing Hole
- 4243 South Battlefield Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 421-2855
- Fax: (757) 420-7904
Full line of artificial freshwater bait and tackle. We sell live minnows and worms. We have weekly large mouth bass tournaments. Also, monthly panfish tournaments. We have jon boats for rent.Open - Daylight to Dark
Bottoms Up Boat Care, Inc.
- P.O. Box 13146
- Chesapeake, VA 23325
- Phone: (757) 513-8139
- Fax: (757) 548-2628
We are a mobile boat detailing/care company. We also partner with all the best marine services in the business in Hampton Roads to take great care of all our clients needs.
Budget Boats, Inc.
- 2024 North Battlefield Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23324
- Phone: (757) 543-7595
- Fax: (757) 494-9796
Budget Boat is the largest pre-owned boat, motor, trailer, parts, and accessories dealer in VA. We also service all types of boats and engines. We have over 100 used boats, motors, and trailers on hand. Children and Pets Welcome.
Centerville Waterway Marina
- 100 N. Centerville Turnpike
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 547-4498
- Fax: (757) 436-2839
Centerville Waterway Marina has been serving the Hampton Roads community for over the last 18 years, and recently changed ownership in July 2006. Centerville Marina is a proud distributor of Chaparral boats, Malibu boats, Hurricane boats & Godfrey Po...more
Chesapeake Fishing Charters
- Phone: (757) 548-6991
- Alt. Phone: (757) 373-8530
We fish for striped bass, flounder, shark, spadefish, tautog, and red & black drum. We also sight cast for cobia.The DeDee G II has advanced electronics, is fully insured, and carries USCG required safety equipment. Your captains are licensed by the ...more
Cummins Atlantic
- 3729 Holland Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23323
- Phone: (757) 485-4848
- Tollfree: (800) 627-9470
- Fax: (757) 485-5085
Your needs are specific when it comes to marine power...like toughness and dependability...fuel efficiency and performance. These are foundations on which we have built our business in addition to quality service, parts availability and expert techni...more
Cutting Edge Watersports
- 1115 S Battlefield Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 436-0904
- Tollfree: (888) 595-6163
Cutting Edge Watersports is a full service boat dealership servicing Southeastern Virginia. We are the only full service center in the area with mobile service, now offering on site Gel-Coat repair. We sell a lifestyle, not just a product. We are th...more
Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
- 1200 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 382-6411
- Fax: (757) 382-8418
Formerly US Route 17, this multi-purpose linear trail accommodates horse owners, bicyclists, walkers, joggers, and boat owners. It runs 8.5 miles adjacent to the Dismal Swamp Canal and threads through some of the most uniquely historical and ecologic...more
Elizabeth River Boat Landing & Park
- 103 Poindexter Street
- Chesapeake, VA 23324
- Phone: (757) 382-6411
- Fax: (757) 382-8418
Fishing and crabbing pier, play equipment, and 2-lane boat ramp that accommodates most boats. Picnic shelter with grills available for rent with reservation. Open sunrise to sunset. Children and pets welcome.
Entropy Sport Fishing LLC
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- Phone: (804) 249-4698
Minutes from the Little Creek inlet, Entropy Sport Fishing can quickly get you fishing for flounder and cobia in the spring and summer, then stripers in the fall and winter. We run custom fishing trips: an entire day, half day, or overnight fishing....more
Gail's Bait & Tackle
- 800 South Battlefield Boulevard #104
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 546-9770
- Fax: (757) 546-8847
Bait & Tackle. Sporting Goods. Children & Pets Welcome.
Great Bridge Lock Park
- 100 Lock Road
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 382-6411
- Fax: (757) 382-8418
Walking trail, playground, and outdoor chess table. Picnic shelters available for rent with reservation. Fishing and two lane boat ramp. Interpretive signage on new observation beam. Open sunrise to sunset. Children and pets welcome.
Kelly's Tavern
- 136 North Battlefield Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 819-6567
- Fax: (757) 819-6569
Tidewater's signature restaurant comes to Great Bridge! Incredible cuisine, panoramic view of the intracoastal waterway, outside dining, and large indoor rooms. Great bar! "Real Food, Real Fresh, Real Good."Boat dock accommodates six boats. Pets welc...more
KeyDreams Charter Boat Service
- 9500 30th Bay Street
- Norfolk, VA 23518
- Phone: (757) 406-0943
KeyDreams Charter Boat Service operated by Captain Bill has over 30 years experience fishing the Chesapeake Bay just a short ride from the City of Chesapeake. He loves fishing and sharing this passion. Specializing in bay fishing with many proven tec...more
Lisa's Custom Canvas
- Phone: (757) 410-3472
Lisa Robarts has been specializing in marine canvas since 1985. Offerings include biminis, sail covers, awnings, dodgers, enclosures, and custom seats. Mobile service available.
Northwest River Park & Campground
- 1733 Indian Creek Road
- Chesapeake, VA 23322
- Phone: (757) 421-7151
- Fax: (757) 421-0134
Trails, fishing, canoeing, camping, hiking, bicycling, playgrounds, & more! Rental cabins and camping facilities include: hot showers, laundry, dump station, and fresh water. Open sunrise to sunset. Children and pets welcome.
Oak Grove Lake Park
- 409 Byron Street
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 382-6411
- Fax: (757) 382-8418
With its half lake and half scenic open space, this 65 acres of hardwood forest and wetlands features a 1.5 mile circular multi-use fitness trail for walking, jogging and biking. Small parks shelters, picnic tables and benches are scattered along the...more
Top Rack Marina
- 5532 Bainbridge Boulevard
- Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Phone: (757) 227-3041
- Tollfree: (888) 784-6708
- Fax: (757) 227-3070
Located in a scenic bend of the Elizabeth River, Top Rack Marina has a full-service marina with an ever-growing range of amenities including high-speed fueling, pump out, extra-wide wet slips for transient vessels, and roomy bathrooms and showers and...more
