Gloucester Point Beach Gloucester Point Park

Gloucester Point Beach Gloucester Point Park
Parks, Recreation and Tourism - Main Office
6467 Main Street - County Office Building One - First Floor
Gloucester, VA 23061 804-693-2355

cmyers@gloucesterva.info

Gloucester Point Beach Park is located on the bank of the York River. This beautiful park has a large, shady and grassy area with picnic tables and a shelter. The swimming area and sandy beach are perfect for sunbathing, wading, sand castles and beach fun! The handicapped accessible Beach House, which is open seasonally, has a concession stand, restrooms and outdoor shower.

For the fishing enthusiast, drop a line from the fishing pier. N-Out Convenience Store and Gloucester Tourism sponsor the Saltwater Fishing License. This license enables free fishing (no salt water license required) from the pier for everyone!

photo of Beach HouseIf you are planning a gathering you can rent the Picnic Shelter! The shelter is conveniently located near the volleyball court, restrooms, outdoor shower, concessions stand, beach and fishing pier. If offers a wonderful view of the York River. Rental fees are $25 for 1/2 a day (from 10 am to 3 pm or 4 to 9 pm) or $50 for a full day (from 10 am to 9 pm). Call the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Office 804-693-2355 to check date availability and get a form or stop by to make reservations.

Several picnic areas are located throughout the park for your gathering. Picnic tables and charcoal grills are located at each site. There is no fee to use these sites and they are available on a first come first served basis. Shelter Reservation Form Get Acrobat Reader
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photo of Gloucester Point Landing sign being unveiled during the official opening of the landing. May 2006photo of first boat launch from the upriver landing. May 2006In May, 2006 the Gloucester Point Landing reopened! Hurricane Isabel damaged the upriver landing so badly it was closed from September 2003 until May of 2006. The landings parking lot has been paved with vehicle/trailer spaces marked to make sure the space is utilized to the fullest! Photo left: the dedication of the landings in May of 06. Photo right: the first launch from the upriver landing.

After Hurricane Isabel, beach grass had to be replanted.