Kiptopeke State Park Shelters
Day-use facilities only. Open for reservations March through November, 8 a.m. to dusk. No overnight camping permitted at the shelters.
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 11 at 11:35AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip currents expected. * WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
High Surf Advisory issued October 11 at 11:35AM EDT until October 11 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip currents expected. * WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Coastal Flood Statement issued October 11 at 11:35AM EDT until October 11 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip currents expected. * WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
About
The Kiptopeke State Park Shelters consist of two rentable picnic pavilions located within this Eastern Shore state park. Each shelter accommodates up to 80 people and includes nine 7-foot picnic tables plus three 16-foot ADA-accessible tables, charcoal grills, electricity, and access to nearby restrooms. Additional non-reservable seating for 40 people is available outside each shelter. These are strictly day-use facilities, available for rental from 8 a.m. until dusk, and operate seasonally from March through November. They are ideal for family reunions, group picnics, and special events. Both shelters are ADA-accessible with wheelchair openings and a concrete walkway connecting them to the picnic bathhouse. Note that these shelters do not provide overnight camping. Visitors seeking overnight accommodations should book sites at the adjacent Kiptopeke State Park campground, which offers tent sites, RV sites with hookups, yurts, cabins, and lodges.
Directions
From the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, take US-13 North approximately 3 miles. Turn left onto Kiptopeke Drive and follow signs to the park entrance at 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA 23310.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| kiptopeke@dcr.virginia.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (757) 331-2267 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Kiptopeke State Park Official Page |
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