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Sandy Bottom Nature Park

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Sandy Bottom Nature Park, near Hampton, Virginia, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without straying too far from the city. This park offers a mix of camping options, including tent sites and unique accommodations like yurts and tent cabins right by the lake.

The campground is known for its beautiful trails that wind through the area, perfect for hiking and biking. Visitors rave about the chance to kayak and fish in the serene waters, with boat rentals available for those who want to explore the lake. As one happy camper put it, “To kayak here it’s the bomb!”

While the sites are first-come, first-served and require a short hike from the parking area, the effort is worth it. Each site comes with a picnic table and a fire ring, making it easy to enjoy meals and evenings around the fire. Just remember to bring your own firewood and bug spray, as the park is a natural habitat for wildlife.

The park is also dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the adventure. With a nature center and plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities, Sandy Bottom Nature Park is a great choice for families and anyone looking to unwind in nature.

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Location

Sandy Bottom Nature Park is located in Virginia

Directions

Located at the corner of Hampton Roads Center Parkway (West) and Big Bethel Road (600). If coming from I64, exit 261A will bring you directly to Big Bethel Road. Cross it, and our new entrance will be on your right (recommended). Turn right on Big Bethel, and you will see our original entrance on your left.

Address

1255 Big Bethel Road
Hampton, VA 23666

Coordinates

37.06576943 N
76.43826774 W

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Access

Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

Tent Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Yurts

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Reservable
Toilets
Pets
Fires

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+17577278311

Drive Time

1 hr 4 min from Richmond
2 hrs 47 min from Lexington Park

liz J.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2023

A great place to hike and camp if you can't get out of the area

The park is centrally located with easy highway access. Plentiful parking, lots of trails to choose from. The staff was top notch and super kind and helpful. They were very insistent about the "no alcohol" rule.

Sites are first come, first served. Must reserve in person. Visitor's center is open 9-6.

The sites were located about 1/4 mile from the parking lot down a trail. They were spaced nicely apart and had nice sand tent platforms with a picnic table and a fire ring with a grate. Trash cans were very close by, which was super nice. The bathrooms were flush toilets and running water faucets and located behind the parking lot, so a bit of a hike in the dark if you need to go. Other than that, expect no amenities. Bugs weren't terrible but were present. Definitely bring bug spray.

The biggest negative was that no matter where you were in the park, there was significant noise from the highway. Horns honking, sirens blaring, the general rush of cars going by. There is no sound barrier between 64 and the park so every noise just filters right through the trees. Not anyone's fault, but definitely a downside.

Overall when you consider the dirt cheap price of 10.60 per night, this campground delivers as advertised.

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Month of VisitAugust

N I.

Legend

Reviewed Jan. 1, 2022

Nature in the County

Sites: 11 primitive tent sites 2 of which are group sites

4 tent cabins that sit right on the edge of the lake

The individual campsites are FCFS and you must park and hike in. It is a short hike along the lake and placed a short distance from the trail so hikers will not be hiking through the sites. You have a sand bottom tent site, picnic table, fire ring/grill and trash. This is a beautiful 456 acre education and wildlife facility. Born from garbage dumps and it is great example of what can be achieved. This really is a great site. There is an amazing nature center that overlooks Sandy Bottom Lake. Hiking, and biking trails, fishing, boating with boat rentals or bring your own, birding and wildlife viewing. 757-825-4657

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Susan P.

Traveler

Reviewed Mar. 3, 2021

Love

To kayak here it’s the bomb !

Gracie B.

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2020

Super fun!

Lots of hiking trails to walk & turtles in the lake!! Plus you can rent boats for a cheap price which we will probably go back to do. It was so pretty & so fun. We took out two dogs with us too. There was a Park Ranger driving around and checked on us when we first got there asking if we had any questions. Definitely will go back!

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Month of VisitSeptember

Brandon W.

Guide

Reviewed May. 4, 2019

Great for outdoor activities

This campsite and park is a ton of fun. We've never camped here but we lived about 5 minutes down the road from the park and absolutely loved it. There are miles of trails around the lake and through the woods you can follow. It is extremely dog friendly with a fenced in dog park as well. There are kayaks and paddle boats you can rent by the hour. This park has plenty of camping spots and also has some yurts that are available to rent out. I would recommend this spot to anyone who wants a convenient family friendly camping/outdoor experience.

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Sandy Bottom Nature Park?

Camping at Sandy Bottom Nature Park can cost between $10.60 and $42.40 depending on the site.

What is the elevation of Sandy Bottom Nature Park?

Sandy Bottom Nature Park is located at 23 feet.

Are fires allowed at Sandy Bottom Nature Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sandy Bottom Nature Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Sandy Bottom Nature Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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