Fort Monroe

Regional

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Description

Completed in 1834 and named in honor of President James Monroe, Fort Monroe is recognized as the largest stone fort ever built in the United States. Nicknamed "Freedom's Fortress,"this Union-held fortification provided a safe haven for hundreds of runaway slaves during the Civil War. It was also the site where the Army of the Potomac landed before beginning the march toward Richmond during the Peninsula Campaign. Today, the installation is the headquarters of the Army's Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). Fort Monroe's history is interpreted for visitors in its Casemate Museum. Walking tours of the fort are available during the summer months.

Grommet Island Park

Virginia Beach

This 15,000 square foot beach park features wheelchair accessible entrances and an incredible playground that includes poured-in-place surfacing, raised sand tables for sandcastle building at an accessible height, a sensory board for children who are autistic and visually impaired, and a sway boat.

The playground also boasts sculptural features such as dolphins, a surfboard, and a wave that are all fully accessible for children to pretend to ride the waves and swim with the dolphins. Wood polymer decking extends from the playground to accessible seating areas with an umbrella and hand-operated sand scoop designed to be used by a person in a wheelchair, allowing everyBODY to play in the sand. ​

Amenities:
-​Fully Accessible Playground
-Beach Wheelchairs that are FREE to use (available as first come first serve)
-Between April 1 - October 1 beach chairs are available for use in the small Grommet --Island "park" area (supply is limited and available as first come first serve)
-An attendant should be available between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ​​for assistance
-Public Restrooms​​

Kayak Nature Tours

Virginia Beach

Dolphin Kayak Tours with Kayak Nature Tours

Kayak Nature Tours is the premier kayaking company with 26 years of experience. We are listed as one of the best things to do on TripAdvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction

Our 2 1/2 hr. Dolphin Adventure is our most popular tour. Beginning in late April through October, you can experience dolphins up close and personal. The trip is $62/person and includes all kayak gear. No experience is necessary and it is a great family or group outing. Advance reservations are required!

We offer a 2 1/2-hour Flatwater trip at First Landing State Park, Back Bay Wildlife Refuge, and the Northwest River. Each trip is $53/person, all kayak gear is included.

We offer All-day trips to Lake Drummond in the Great Dismal Swamp Wildlife Refuge, the Deserted Beaches of the Eastern Shore and Knots Is. NC to Carova on the Outer Banks. The cost is $110-$120/person and includes all kayak gear, snacks, lunch, and drinks.
We are open 7 days a week. Group discounts available!

Check us out on the web https://www.kayaknaturetours.net or contact us by phone, 757-480-1999
Happy Kayaking!