General Info

Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism has parks located throughout Virginia. Based in Newport News, Va., it is one of the largest in the city occupying 8,000 acre and the second largest municipal park in the country. With woodlands, meadows and lakes, it is home to a variety of native wildlife, including deer, foxes, otter, raccoon and beaver, to name a few. It also has 188 campsites that come with a series of amenities, such as electrical and water hookups; heated showers; flush toilets and more. The park has facilities for various activities including fishing, boating, hiking, jogging, biking besides hosting special events and festivals. Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism also has a Discovery Center, an aeromodel flying field, disc golf course and an archery range.