Continent
North America
Country
Virginia (USA)
Next Big City
Norfolk
Next Town
Birch Town
 
Type:
Ocean, Lagoon
Rider Ability:
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Features:
Toilet

Water

Type:
Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave
Hazards:
None
Quality:
Clean
Best Tide:
Tide independent

Flat water on the bay side. Shallow. Small waves on the oceanside.

Beach

Type:
Sand
Size:
Big
Hazards:
None
Beach Users:
No information

The beach is located in the Virgina State Park. It is a sandy beach on both side, the ocean and bay side. However, during the summer time, the access to the beach is restricted in order to protect the bird nesting area. The access re-opens in September. The shape of the beach is a half circle.

Weather

Spring:
Normal
Summer:
Shorts
Fall:
Normal
Winter:
Thick

Ocean requires wetsuit except during summer. Bayside is warmer.

Wind

Best Months:
March, April, May, September, October, November
Wind Type:
Frontal
Best Direction:
SW, W, NW
Main Direction:
No information

Best winds during spring and fall. Wind is not very consistent, and is mostly dependent on cold fronts passing through. The shape of the beach is a half circle, making it a good spot for every Westerly wind direction.



How to get there

Transport
Car
Access
Short walk

Virginia East coast. On Assateague Island. Take route 13. Then take route VA-175/Chincoteague Rd. Continue to follow VA-175 until you get onto Assateague Island. Her follow the Beach Road until you hit the ocean. Here turn right and drive until you see the sandy beach in between the bay and ocean.

Extra information

Rules
Time, Fees

There is a $10 fee to access to the park (this is a one week pass). During the summer time, the access to the beach is restricted in order to protect the bird nesting area. The access re-opens in September. Do not enter when it is closed!

Nightlife

No information