VA Campgrounds Offer Something For Everyone - Take A Look At These Great Attractions In And Around The Chesapeake Bay Area

Enjoy a vacation of a lifetime when you go Virginia camping on the Chesapeake Bay! Covering 2,500 square miles, the Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in all of North America. Abundant fishing, boating and sailing options coupled with fresh ocean breezes has been attracting visitors to the area for centuries.

History prevails in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia -- it marks the birthplace of George Washington. General E. Lee’s estate (Stratford Hall Plantation) is also located in the region, just a short scenic drive 2 hours from our VA campground. Take a day trip from the RV park to explore these wonderful historic sites and monuments!

Popular destinations on the cape in Virginia include Cape Charles, Hampton, Norfolk, Onancock, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Reedville, Tangier Island, Urbanna and Virigina Beach.

Attractions around the Chesapeake Bay

Whether it is coming on a weekend cruise, lounging on a sandy beach, planning a fishing trip or exploring nature, the Chesapeake Bay area is loaded with tons of attractions that are sure to please all ages! Some of the popular Chesapeake Bay attractions near New Point that you should explore when going Virginia camping are:

• Matthews Court House Square
• Williamsburg Virginia
• Mako Charters
• New Point Comfort Lighthouse
• Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel

Virginia Tourist Attractions

From historic sites, exhibits, towns and museums to thrilling theme parks and zoos to lush wineries and gardens, Virginia truly has it all! Here are some great statewide attractions. Williamsburg alone has an abundance of attractions that are only about an hour away from our Virginia RV resort in New Point.

• Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown Historic Triangle
• Busch Gardens Europe (Williamsburg) – one hour from New Point
• Water Country USA – Williamsburg
• Kings Dominion – Richmond, VA – 1 hour 45 minutes from New Point Campground
• 12 Merchant Squares of Historic High Street Gardens – Portsmouth, VA – 1 hour 48 minutes from New Point

Interested in going on a wine tour? Consider taking a day trip to the following wineries in Virginia!

• Belle Mount Vineyards – Warsaw – 1 hour 38 minutes from New Point Campground
• Alt Platz Brewing Company LLC – Portsmouth – 1 hour 48 minutes from New Point

When you're ready for a great overnight trip, the following wineries are 3-5 hours from our Virginia RV resort around the Chesapeake Bay:

• Afton Mountain Vineyards – Afton
• AmRhein Wine Cellars – Bent Mountain
• Autumn Hill Vineyards/Blue Ridge Winery – Standardsville
• Bedford Wine Trail – Bedford

Attractions in Newport News

Located in the Hampton Roads region of the Virginia Peninsula, Newport News offers a wonderful variety of shopping as well as cultural, recreational and historical activities. Enjoy the following VA attractions here:

• The Mariner’s Museum
• Virginia Living Museum
• Peninsula Fine Arts Center
• The Virginia War Museum

Virginia Beach Attractions

The reasons to visit Virginia Beach are endless. Besides the incredible beaches, the shopping, nightlife, entertainment and history make for an excellent day trip on your vacation. Below are some of the best things to do here:

• Lynnhaven House
• Francis Land House
• Adam Thoroughgood House
• Nauticus
• Virginia Air and Space Center – only an hour from New Point!
• Jungle Jim Boat Charters
• Virginia Beach Boardwalk
• Cape Henry Lighthouse

Of course, when you're in the Chesapeake Bay area camping, don't forget to sample the local cuisine. Since the ocean is only a stone's throw away, you must sample some fresh seafood, and in this area crabs are king.

From fishing charters to water parks and from historic plantations to vineyards, you'll find something for everyone when you go camping in Virginia. All that's left now is to decide on a campground to stay at on your vacation. Why not start by looking at New Point Campground in New Point, VA, and Gwynn's Island RV Resort in Gwynn, VA. Both offer exceptional camping amenities in terrific locations. Reserve your campsite today.