Take a walk on the wild side this 4th of July and enjoy America’s beautiful outdoors!!
In anticipation of the 4th of July weekend, False Cape State Park is offering several guided kayak programs and a Wash Woods history Tour. Asalways when visiting False Cape State Park—bring plenty of water, insect repellant, sunscreen, and your camera!!
Sunset Kayak Paddle
False Cape State Park
Friday, July 2
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Explore Back Bay and its marshes by kayak at False Cape State Park as the sun is setting over the bay. Kayaks and equipment are provided – no paddling experience is necessary. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge. Reservations are required; call (757) 426-7128 to register.
Stargazing and Owls Paddle Tour
False Cape State Park
Saturday, July 3
8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Observe the night sky and listen for resident owls while paddling on Back Bay. Look for shooting stars and other bright lights in the sky as you learn to pick out the summer constellations. Reservations are required; call (757) 426-7128 to register. Cost: $16.00/person.
Wash Woods History Tour
False Cape State Park
Sunday, July 4
9:00 a.m.-1:00 pm
Take a scenic tram ride through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park to the site of the historic Wash Woods community in what is now False Cape State Park. Hike the 1-mile (round trip) nature trail to the church and cemetery site where the steeple and gravestones remain. The tram departs from
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center at 9:00 am and returns at 1:00 pm. The cost is $8.00 for adults; $6.00 for children under 12 and adults over 62; under 3 are free.
Stargazing and Owls Paddle Tour
False Cape State Park
Sunday, July 4
8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Observe the night sky and listen for resident owls while paddling on Back Bay. Look for shooting stars and other bright lights in the sky as you learn to pick out the summer constellations. Reservations are required; call (757) 426-7128 to register. Cost: $16.00/person.
Early Bird Paddle
False Cape State Park
Thursday, July 8
8 a.m.-12:00 noon
Wake up with the birds while exploring Back Bay and its marshes by kayak at False Cape State. Kayaks and equipment are provided – no paddling experience is necessary. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge. Reservations are required; please call the park at (757) 426-7128 to sign up. Cost: $16/person.
Early Bird Paddle
False Cape State Park
Friday, July 9
8 a.m.-12:00 noon
Wake up with the birds while exploring Back Bay and its marshes by kayak at False Cape State. Kayaks and equipment are provided – no paddling experience is necessary. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge. Reservations are required; please call the park at (757) 426-7128 to sign up. Cost: $16/person.