Bridge at Northwest River Park

Northwest River Park

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Bikers, hikers, birders, recreation enthusiasts this is for you! Chesapeake has over 350 square miles of trails and open spaces. With plenty of options for nature walks, sporting activities, and more. Take your binoculars for a closer look at the birds who sing as you stroll. Your outdoor adventure awaits!

The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is famous for its nature and history – you could

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As autumn arrives in Chesapeake, Virginia, the city bursts into a spectacular display of fall

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For some, Labor Day is the bittersweet end of summer. In Chesapeake, it is just another excuse to

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Kayak, canoe or paddleboard through Chesapeake’s breathtaking waterways and earn cool rewards along

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What has two wheels, two legs, and countless hours of fun? You – when you enjoy a summer bicycle

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Chesapeake’s temperate weather and easy access to everything from city parks to untouched forests

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When it comes to stacking your Instagram feed with photos your friends will love to double-tap, you

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Exploring Chesapeake's beautiful waterways and awe-inspiring wildlife by kayak, canoe or paddleboard

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Chesapeake’s Great Bridge Lock Park is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. You can picnic,

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As we turn the corner to the warmer days of spring, most of us are itching for the riot of colorful

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History and natural beauty intertwine at the Chesapeake Arboretum, a 48-acre natural classroom

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Birding is one of the fastest-growing hobbies nationwide, and it’s no wonder. It gets you outdoors,

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Whether it's hiking, trail riding, enjoying some great eats and drinks, or immersing yourself in

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Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Chesapeake, Virginia, we call that

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You won’t find an experience like this anywhere else in Virginia (really, it’s that incredible).

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Gone are the days where you see your living room in the background of your virtual meetings. Now

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As the owner/operator of Adventure Kayak & SUP Tours, and a kayaking enthusiast for most of my life,

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Itching to get back to your workout routine? Make nature your new gym with these great workout spots

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What a year! We worked, we played, we laughed, we cried. And for some of us that was just the last

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Fellas, do you ever just want a weekend to catch up with your friends? Chesapeake is the perfect

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Ah, summer. The time of year when the air is ripe with the anticipation of fun. Make it the best one

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