Welcome to Gloucester Point Beach Park

 the Point Walk
is open!

Swimming Advisories check the Virginia Health Dept. Beach Monitoring Data for Virginia

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!

If 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).  To check the availability of your date visit our webpage log in as Guest and search facilities for the calendar.  Once you know your date is open, call us at 804-693-2355 to place your reservation.  Reservations may be paid for at our office or on-line.

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. 

NEW!  Metal Detector use approved at Gloucester Point Beach Park with the following limitations.  Metal Detectors may be used on the BEACH ONLY.  Metal Detectors may be used only where posted.  Gloucester County shall retain ownership of items:

• Human or animal remains over 100 years old

• Items having a value of over $1,000

• Artifacts older than 50 years

Contact the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department to relinquish an item or if assistance is needed with determination or clarification of an item.  804-693-2355 or Email

In 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...see photos of this volunteer efforts

 Park Amenities

Boat Ramps  
Concessions  
(seasonal)  
Fishing Pier  Charcoal Grills  
Parking Lots 
Picnic Shelter  
Playground  
Restrooms     
Sandy Beach 
Shower (seasonal)  
Picnic Tables  
Swimming  
Volleyball  

 Park Location

1255 Greate  
Rd. Gloucester  
Point East of  
Coleman  
Bridge on the  
York River  

Directions

 Contact Us

  804-642-9474   
  Email us at: GPBP

 Special Events

  July 4th Celebration
  Marine Science Camp

Please keep YOUR park clean and safe!
 

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                    Gloucester, VA 23061          804-693-2355          Email

Last Update by D. R. Carter July 27, 2010