Where to Wander: Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Chincoteague Pony foal spotted with Daisey's Island Cruises. The Chincoteague LOVE Chairs at the Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
As you wind across the causeway to Chincoteague Island, it's easy to see why it received the name "Beautiful Land Across the Water."
Vibrant in every season and echoing with the sounds of over 300 species of birds and waterfowl, Chincoteague welcomes you to enjoy a simpler, slower pace of life.
Kayaking with Assateague Adventures on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge The Assateague Lighthouse
Wander pristine beaches along the Atlantic's coast and miles of nature trails on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Waterways around the Island and through the marsh are waiting to be explored by
kayak or chartered cruise. Hop onboard a
local boat or a dock to enjoy fishing, crabbing, or even
digging for shellfish. Meet the world-famous
Chincoteague Ponies with one of our incredible tour captains and learn their names, their stories, and what makes them so special.
Museums and
walking tours offer insight into the Island's rich history and you can meet locals whose families have called the Island home for hundreds of years. Breathtaking sunrises from the beach and sunsets over the Chincoteague Bay are the perfect bookends to your day of adventures!
Rocket Launch viewed from a boat with Cowboy Cruise Company Kayaking by the Chincoteague Ponies with Assateague Explorer
Culinary roots run deep in the oyster and clam shoals surrounding the Island. Along with blue crabs, they are a favored fare year-round! Aqua-farmers produce delectable bivalves from the salty seaside waters and the catch of the day varies by the season. Dine on fresh seafood complimented by Eastern Shore grown veggies for an exceptional farm-to-table experience! Top it off with
homemade ice cream or
soft serve deliciousness at one of our premier ice cream shops!
Trail from the Tom's Cove Visitor Center on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Sunset from the Queen's Sound Boat Ramp
Plan your road trip and experience this serene getaway located on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Come for the day or stay the week! The small town charm will whisk you away to another time where the pace is slower, the fun is simpler, and the memories are priceless!
Exploring the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge with Assateague Adventures Tom's Cove Visitor Center on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Grab your Chincoteague guide, download the app, and plan your trip at visitciva.com.
This blog was written with information from the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce. Learn more and plan your trip to Chincoteague by visiting https://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/.
