Description
Wildlife watching opportunities abound at this 763-acre park, but the Deer Island Trail is of particular interest to birders. Forests interspersed with wetlands offer a variety of woodlands and swamp associated birds, including prothonotary warblers. The park’s aquatic habitats, such as riverside wetlands, swampy ponds, and open lake edges along Northwest River Park Lake, attract an array of reptiles and amphibians for the curious visitor to discover.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Northwest River Park (as reported to eBird)
- Brown Thrasher
- Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
- Red-bellied Woodpecker
- Pileated Woodpecker
- White-breasted Nuthatch
- Yellow-rumped Warbler
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Environmental Study Area
- Food
- Accessible
- Hiking Trails
- Information
- Interpretive Nature Program
- Interpretive Trail
- Lookout Tower
- Parking
- Phone
- Picnic
- Restrooms
- Kayak/Canoe Launch
- Canoe/Kayak Rentals
- Boat Ramp
Maps & Directions
Address: 1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
From Norfolk, take I-464 S. At its end, stay left and take Rt. 168 south. Take exit 8B, Hillcrest Pkwy East (last exit before toll). Turn right onto Battlefield Blvd and then left on Indian Creek Rd. Park is approx. 4 miles on right.
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.