Beaches in Virginia    

• When did Virginia beaches start attracting tourists?
  • Even long before bridges made them easy to reach, Virginia beaches were attracting tourists from Washington D.C. and other communities on the eastern coast.
• What types of beach experiences does Virginia offer?
  • Virginia offers something for everyone, including:
    • The lively attractions of Virginia Beach.
    • The quiet and protected sands of Assateague Island, home to wild horses.
    • The constantly changing sandy spit of the Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve.
    • The playgrounds and live music on Buckroe Beach.
    • The warm and quiet waters off Cape Charles Beach.
• Where can you find river and bay beaches in Virginia?
  • There are beaches on the Potomac River, such as Colonial Beach, while others are in the Chesapeake Bay, where the warm, protected waters are perfect for family outings.

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