Tuesday, December 9, 2025 1:00 PM by Chesapeake Convention & Visitors Bureau
Chesapeake, VA's First Day Hikes celebrate everything there is to love about the outdoors - open spaces, wildlife just off the beaten path, and trails that wind through some of Coastal Virginia's most scenic landscapes. It's the perfect excuse to get outside, breathe deep, and start the year with intention - one step at a time. Whether you're committing to a new fitness goal or simply craving a peaceful start to the year, Chesapeake's trails are hidden gens, the perfect backdrop for your reset.
Northwest River Park - 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Meet your guide for this 2-mile hike at the Campground Store.
Bells Mill Park - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meet your guide for this 1-mile hike at the trailhead in the parking lot.
Indian River Park South - 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Meet your guide for this 2-mile hike at the trailhead in the parking lot.
To refuel after hiking, there are plenty of options - breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Delicious dining is just around the corner. Warm up with a cozy, hot beverage or check out Summit Pointe for a variety of tasty food options. The choice is yours and you have plenty to choose from in Chesapeake.
Wrap up your New Year's Day adventure at the vibrant LOVEworks. This colorful outdoor sculpture celebrates Chesapeake's natural beauty - so snap a few photos while you are there!
However you choose to spend the day, let Chesapeake be the place where your new year begins—outdoors, refreshed, and inspired. Lace up, head out, and make the first day of the year one you’ll want to remember.
As the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), our mission is to promote and market Chesapeake, VA as a premier visitor and convention meeting destination for the purpose of positively affecting the city's economy.
