# False Cape After Dark Night Hike

> Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 5 (+1 more date) · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: False Cape State Park (meet at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge parking lot), 4001 Sandpiper Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23456
- Ages: Children welcome
- Price: $10 per person
- Organizer: Virginia State Parks – False Cape State Park
- Official page: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084EAFA82AA4F49-64803855-false
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A ranger-led night hike through maritime forest to the seashore at False Cape, listening for nocturnal creatures and stargazing along the way. Expect about 2 miles round trip, partly over soft sand; flashlights are provided. $10 per person, reservations required.

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