Natural swimming hole
First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay
Ocean cove · Virginia
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
First Landing's Chesapeake Bay beaches offer calm, shallow swimming where the English first landed in 1607. The bald-cypress swamps behind the dunes are otherworldly. It's the bay's gentlest swim.
Good to know
| Water type | Ocean cove |
|---|---|
| Depth | shallow bay entry |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Park pass |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Park lots |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, hiking trails |
| County | Virginia Beach (city) |
| Nearest town | Virginia Beach |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; swim within marked areas |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay?
Yes — First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay is listed as a natural swimming spot in Virginia. Heads-up: No lifeguard; swim within marked areas. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay require reservations?
No reservations are required at First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay?
Reported fee info: Park pass. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit First Landing State Park - Chesapeake Bay?
The best season is typically May-September.