Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism has parks located throughout Virginia. Based in Newport News, Va., it is one of the largest in the city occupying 8,000 acre and the second largest municipal park in the country. With woodlands, meadows and lakes, it is home to a variety of native wildlife, including deer, foxes, otter, raccoon and beaver, to name a few. It also has 188 campsites that come with a series of amenities, such as electrical and water hookups; heated showers; flush toilets and more. The park has facilities for various activities including fishing, boating, hiking, jogging, biking besides hosting special events and festivals. Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism also has a Discovery Center, an aeromodel flying field, disc golf course and an archery range.
Huntington Park is a beachfront park offering an array of recreational activities. It is home to the Fort Fun playground, as well as several fishing piers and boating docks.
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Victory Landing Park beckons you to sample its lush green lands and promises you a day full of leisurely fun and activities. Hosting a wide range of events for you and your family, this park attracts hoards of tourists year after year. The Virginia Peninsula's biggest July 4th event features nationally known entertainers, food vendors, children's rides and fireworks over the James River. Call the Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism at Newport News for more details on current and upcoming events.
On March 9, 2007, exactly 145 years after the historic clash between the Civil War ironclads, USS Monitor and CSS Virginia, The Mariners' Museum opened the doors. This premier Civil War attractions holds the USS Monitor Center. This dramatic new 63,500-square-foot facility will enthrall families with exciting exhibits, bring students face-to-face with history, house state-of-the-art conservation labs and offer historians rich resources for research. Explore 125 boats from around the world in the International Small Craft Center. Examine intricately carved figureheads, scrimshaw and other rare examples of folk art. See artifacts pulled from the Titanic. And much more!
Beechlake Park is a small yet scenic park. This park is known for its nature trails and hiking activities. This beautiful park is open through the year, and is popular for its walking and running trails. The park is ideal for a family day out and it welcome pets on leash.
