- Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge4005 Sandpiper Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456
There are two visitor areas at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The primary visitor area where you will find the Visitor Center, trail system, freshwater and surf fishing areas, photography platforms and associated kayak launch are located at 4005 Sandpiper Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456. Visitors may also enjoy visiting the Horn Point Kayak/Canoe Launch, located on the west side of Back Bay at 1008 Horn Point Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456. The Horn Point site is open April 1 - October 31.
The mailing address and Headquarters building for the wildlife refuge is located at 1324 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456.
Driving DirectionsFrom I-64 exit to I-264 East (Oceanfront)
Take Birdneck Rd. Exit 22
Turn RIGHT onto Birdneck Rd.
Travel approximately 3-4 miles to General Booth Blvd. (just past Seatack Elementary School)
Turn RIGHT onto General Booth Blvd.
Travel approximately 5 miles (After crossing London Bridge Rd., pay close attention to road signs.)
Turn LEFT onto Princess Anne Rd. (second light after London Bridge Rd; a 7-11 is at the corner)
Proceed straight (Note: Princess Anne Rd. becomes Sandbridge Rd.)
Follow Sandbridge Rd. until you reach the Community of Sandbridge
Turn RIGHT onto Sandpiper Rd. (at the Fire Station)
Follow Sandpiper Rd. approximately 4 miles (You will pass Little Island City Park on your left)
The entrance to Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge is at the end of Sandpiper Road. (4005 Sandpiper Road)
Refuge GroundsYear-roundDawn to DuskVisitor Center HoursMemorial Day to Labor Day: Thursdays - Sundays10:00am - 3:00pmLabor Day to Memorial Day: Thursdays - Fridays10:00am - 3:00pm