Outdoors & Recreation
No matter what kind of outdoor activities you are looking for, Newport News offers it all. Our moderate climate along with our excellent location (conveniently near Williamsburg, Yorktown, Hampton, Norfolk, and a short drive to Virginia Beach) makes Newport News the perfect place to explore. Stroll one of our beaches, go bird watching, cycling or mountain biking, boating, disc golfing or fishing for some salt or freshwater fish in our lakes, reservoirs or the Chesapeake Bay, where you'll find some of the best fishing in Virginia! And if you're looking for a place to take your furry friend for some adventure, learn more about our Pet-Friendly Places in Newport News.
If you would like an overnight outdoor adventure, learn more about camping in Newport News and reserve one of our 188 modern campsites at Newport News Park. At 7,711 acres, it is one of the largest municipal parks east of the Mississippi River.
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Hilton Pier & Ravine
Located at the end of Main Street, this pier offers access to saltwater fishing.
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Huntington Park-Beach, Rose Garden & Tennis Center
The Huntington Park Tennis Center offers many activities on its 20-lighted outdoor hard courts. Is serves as the site of the regional and state USTA Junior and Adult tournament and also the site of the AAU Junior Olympic Games tennis competition. Seating capacity: 150 at each of the three main courts. This center also offers racquet stringing, tennis court rentals, ball machine and backboard rentals.
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Ivy Farms Park
This neighborhood park offers a playground.
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Kiln Creek Golf Club & Resort
The Kiln Creek Golf Club & Resort is a traditional 18-hole championship golf course, built in 1990 and designed by Tom Clark. We offer our guests a full-service clubhouse, driving range, and pro shop. Also available are banquet facilities, hotel with restaurant...
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King-Lincoln Park
Overlooking the Hampton Roads waterfront at the east end of Newport News, King-Lincoln Park features tennis, basketball, picnicking, playgrounds, a saltwater fishing pier and an interpretive center (open summer weekends). Special events held on an outdoor stage during summer.