False Cape State Park Campground
Open year-round for primitive tent camping. Reservations required by phone at 1-800-933-PARK. Between November 1 and March 31, interior trails are closed and access through Back Bay NWR is restricted to beach only, making travel significantly more difficult.
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 24 at 6:19AM EDT until September 25 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. * WHERE...Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 4 PM EDT Friday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Friday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 6:19AM EDT until September 24 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. * WHERE...Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 4 PM EDT Friday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Friday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.
Wind Advisory issued September 24 at 5:29AM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, the Maryland Beaches. In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck and Western Currituck Counties. In Virginia, Northampton, Accomack, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
False Cape State Park preserves 6 miles of pristine Atlantic coastline and offers a truly remote camping experience. The park cannot be accessed by motor vehicle; visitors must park at Little Island City Park and travel by foot, bicycle, or boat to enter. This isolation means campers should be experienced and self-sufficient, as emergency services are not readily available. The park has four primitive camping areas with assigned tent sites. Each campsite has a bag hook pole for hanging food away from wildlife. Pit toilets are available, and drinking water spigots are located at the Visitor Center and near some camping areas, though False Cape Landing campers must bring their own water containers. Open fires are prohibited throughout the park; campers may use propane stoves or sterno for cooking. All trash must be packed out. The Visitor Center operates a small camp store selling snacks, basic gear, first aid supplies, and clothing. Between November 1 and March 31, interior trails are closed and refuge access is restricted to the beach, where high tides and soft sand make travel extremely difficult. Reservations are required and must be made by phone.
Directions
From I-64, take Exit 286A onto Indian River Road East for 13 miles. Turn left on Newbridge Road, then right on Sandbridge Road, then right on Sandpiper Road to Little Island City Park. From there, hike or bike approximately 6 miles through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge to reach the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $21 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| FalseCape@dcr.virginia.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (800) 933-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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