Description
This urban multi-use park along the Lynnhaven River is lined on one side by pine woodlands where short nature paths and an observation deck can be found. The pine woodlands attract songbirds like Brown-headed Nuthatch and Pine Warbler. The observation deck serves as a place to view the extensive marsh along the river’s edge where Ospreys and Bald Eagles can be seen. At low tide, wading birds frequent the wetland to forage for the killifish and fiddler crabs.
Wildlife Sightings
141 species have been reported at this site to date.
Birds Recently Seen at Great Neck Park:
- Canada Goose
- Mallard
- Mourning Dove
- Chimney Swift
- Least Tern
- Common Tern
- Yellow-crowned Night Heron
- Great Egret
- Turkey Vulture
- Osprey
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Jun 2026 | 29 | John Cain |
| 1 Jun 2026 | 1 | Emma Bakhshi |
| 18 May 2026 | 17 | Matt Robertson |
| 5 May 2026 | 23 | Matt Robertson |
| 4 May 2026 | 23 | Matt Robertson |
Amenities & Accessibility
Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Restrooms
- Birdability Report Available
Other Amenities: Hiking Trails
Accessibility Considerations
This location has a Birdability Site Review available
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Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 2513 Shorehaven Drive, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23454
From Norfolk, head east on I-264, take exit 19C toward SR-632/London Bridge Rd, turn left onto SR-632/London Bridge Rd, continue onto SR-632/VA-279/N Great Neck Rd, turn left onto Shorehaven Dr, and follow it to the parking area.
Site Information
Access Requirements:
- Free, Daily, sunrise to sunset
Contact Information:
- Phone: 757-385-0400
- Email: fun@VBgov.com
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