Description
Oak Grove Lake makes up about half of the park’s 130 acres. Most of the park’s remainder is composed of forest that includes dense growth pines, maples, and tulip poplars. The sizable lake and mixed woodland provides an attractive habitat for dragonflies, butterflies, and songbirds. A 1.5 mile multi-use and ADA Accessible trail circles the perimeter of the 65-acre lake.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Oak Grove Lake Park:
- Laughing Gull
- Green Heron
- Great Egret
- Black Vulture
- Turkey Vulture
- Red-bellied Woodpecker
- Blue Jay
- Carolina Chickadee
161 species have been reported at this site to date.
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2026 | 8 | Ruth Lane |
| 28 Jun 2026 | 6 | Nate McGhie |
| 6 Jun 2026 | 11 | M Heidel |
| 24 May 2026 | 5 | Matthew Yoder |
| 23 May 2026 | 13 | Andrea Strackbein |
Amenities & Accessibility Considerations
Site Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Restrooms
- No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement
Other Site Amenities: Bike Trails, Hiking Trails
Maps & Directions
Address: 409 Bryon Street, Chesapeake, VA 23320
From I-64 East, follow I-64 East to Exit #290B for Battlefield Boulevard South. Take Battlefield Boulevard South for 0.4 miles to Volvo Parkway, turn right, and drive 0.5 miles to Byron Street. Turn right and travel 0.1 miles. The park entrance is on the left.
Site Information
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