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Suggested Itinerary Explore Chincoteague

  • Address
    32383 Lankford Highway
    Cape Charles, VA 23310
  • Phone
    757-331-1660
  • City
    Cape Charles
    Locality
    Northampton
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Chincoteague may be best known as the setting for Marguerite Henry’s book “Misty of Chincoteague,” but there is much more to the island than ponies. The island’s small town charm, sandy beach and activities make it a favorite for families, millennials, outdoorsmen and mom squads alike.

If, however, you did come for the ponies there is plenty to see. Visit the Chincoteague Pony Centre for a chance to pet or even ride a Chincoteague Pony. Stop by the Museum of Chincoteague Island to see Misty herself. Book a boat or kayak tour with a guide to see the ponies up close on the water or visit the inn where Marguerite Henry stayed while she wrote “Misty of Chincoteague.”

If getting in touch with nature is more your speed, Chincoteague has that too. The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge may be most popular for its miles of sandy beach, but it is also home to top-notch birding, hiking and biking trails, hunting and a historic lighthouse. And of course, there are the park’s most famous residents, the Chincoteague ponies.

Chincoteague is about as family-friendly as it gets, there are activities like mini-golf, bike rentals and bowling to keep the kids active and experiences like pirate-themed boat rides and educational tours to keep them engaged. If you run into a rainy day turn to the Chincoteague Island Library for activities and books or the Island Theater for a movie. Schedule your trip during a NASA Wallops Flight Facility launch to see science in action.

Whether you need beach gear or board games, there are plenty of places to shop on Chincoteague. Both Maddox Boulevard and Main Street are dotted with everything from boutique clothing stores to gift shops and bookstores.

When you get hungry there are plenty of options on the island, from new American tacos to barbecue, Brazilian food, Vietnamese food, seafood, fine dining and southern staples. Chincoteague also happens to be home to a legendary ice cream shop. The Island Creamery has been voted one of the best in America.  

Finding a place to tuck yourself in at night isn’t hard on Chincoteague. You can choose from campgrounds, B&Bs, locally owned hotels and motels, vacation rentals and national brands.

For more information visit the Chincoteague Chamber
6733 Maddox Blvd. Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
Call 757-336-6161

Region

Coastal Virginia - Eastern Shore

Last Updated: 08/27/2020

Related Listings

  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
    Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
    8231 Beach Road
    Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
  • Chincoteague Pony Centre
    Chincoteague Pony Centre
    6417 Carriage Dr.
    Chincoteague Island, VA 23336

What's Nearby

  • Kiptopeke Inn
    Kiptopeke Inn
    29106 Lankford Hwy
    Cape Charles, VA 23310
    0.27 MI
  • Tidewater Shore
    Tidewater Shore
    Justin Lane
    Cape Charles, VA 23310
    0.54 MI
  • Pickett's Harbor Beach House
    Pickett's Harbor Beach House
    28410 Nottingham Ridge Lane
    Cape Charles, VA 23310
    1.68 MI
  • Windsor House
    Windsor House
    Route 13 and 4290 Capeville Road
    Capeville, VA 23313
    2.01 MI
  • Magothy Bay Natural Area Preserve
    Magothy Bay Natural Area Preserve
    35540 Kiptopeke Dr
    Cape Charles, VA 23310
    2.03 MI

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