Kiptopeke State Park
3540 Kiptopeke Dr, Cape Charles, VA 23310
562 acres · 5 miles of trails
Kiptopeke State Park in Cape Charles covers 562 acres on the Eastern Shore with 5 miles of trails and Chesapeake Bay beach for leashed dogs. Shade trees line routes, water is accessible, and parking leads to beach and paths. Restrooms and trash cans provided; bring booties for hot sand.
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- Park
- Kiptopeke State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Cape Charles, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.1700, -75.9889
- Size
- 562 acres
- Trail miles
- 5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 562 acres of room
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Dog policy
562-acre state park on Eastern Shore. Leashed dogs on Chesapeake Bay beach + 5 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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