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Chesapeake beach
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Chesapeake beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 19th place out of 21 beaches in the Virginia region 138.3 km away from its center, the city of Richmond. It is one of the beaches of Lynnhaven Shores settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Chesapeake beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Chic's beach, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Beach overall scores
Chesapeake beach is located in Virginia within Lynnhaven Shores, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This stunning and immaculate beach is an exceptional destination that I strongly urge you to visit with your loved ones, furry friends, or for a leisurely stroll or jog. Its picturesque scenery is simply breathtaking, and if you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of the playful dolphins that often grace us with their presence."
Zoran Vuković.
"One of the most cherished beaches in the Virginia Beach vicinity is undoubtedly my favorite. The serenity of this place is unparalleled, and it is not often crowded. Compared to the oceanfront, it has a more relaxed atmosphere, which is perfect for those seeking a quieter and more peaceful beach experience."
Ethan Gallagher
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"This stunning and immaculate beach is an exceptional destination that I strongly urge you to visit with your loved ones, furry friends, or for a leisurely stroll or jog. Its picturesque scenery is simply breathtaking, and if you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of the playful dolphins that often grace us with their presence."
Zoran Vuković.
"One of the most cherished beaches in the Virginia Beach vicinity is undoubtedly my favorite. The serenity of this place is unparalleled, and it is not often crowded. Compared to the oceanfront, it has a more relaxed atmosphere, which is perfect for those seeking a quieter and more peaceful beach experience."
Ethan Gallagher
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What to do in Chesapeake beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Chesapeake beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- The Back Deck• 5 min walk
- Chick's Oyster Bar• 8 min walk
- Leaping Lizard Cafe• 3km
- The Rustic Spoon• 4.6km
Transport
- ORF• 10.1km
- Pembroke & Pembroke...• 6.5km
- Newtown Road Station• 11.7km
Localities
- Lynnhaven Shores• 800m
- Richmond• 138.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Chesapeake beach?
The coastline of Chesapeake beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Chesapeake beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Chesapeake beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Chesapeake beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Chesapeake beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Chesapeake beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Chesapeake beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Chesapeake beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Chesapeake beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Chesapeake beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Chesapeake beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Back Deck is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Chesapeake beach?
There are 191 places to stay in the Chesapeake beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Chesapeake beach include:
- Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Ctr
- Residence Inn by Marriott Virginia Beach Town Center
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Town Center
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How far is the Chesapeake beach from parking?
The Chesapeake beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Chesapeake beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Chesapeake beach is July. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Chesapeake beach (Virginia) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Chesapeake beach (Virginia) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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