Description
This campground and park, owned by James City County, possesses amazing habitat along the Chickahominy River and Gordon’s Creek. Canoe and kayak rentals make this habitat among the most accessible of any on the trail. The park offers a many areas to view tidal streams and rivers. During low tide, mudflats may reveal a variety of marsh birds. Belted kingfisher and varied woodpeckers can also be observed. During winter, look for a diversity of waterfowl. The open fields are popular with eastern bluebirds and eastern phoebes.
An additional option for exploration from this location is the Virginia Capital Trail, a 52-mile multi-use trail which runs adjacent to the park. The park offers a trailhead for parking.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Chickahominy Riverfront Park (as reported to eBird)
- Canada Goose
- Double-crested Cormorant
- Turkey Vulture
- Red-tailed Hawk
- Red-bellied Woodpecker
- Downy Woodpecker
- Blue Jay
- Tufted Titmouse
- Brown Creeper
- Carolina Wren
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Fee
- Food
- Accessible
- Hiking Trails
- Information
- Interpretive Nature Program
- Parking
- Picnic
- Restrooms
- Kayak/Canoe Launch
- Observation Platform
- Boat Ramp
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 1350 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185
From Williamsburg, take VA-199 W/VA-5 W/Humelsine Pkwy W, turn left to stay on VA-5 W/John Tyler Highway, and the park entrance is on the right in approximately 8 miles.
What to Know Before Visiting
The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of more than 500 premier wildlife viewing sites across the state. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon understand what makes Virginia a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.