Mount Trashmore Park Winter Kite Flying & Lake Walking Loops

About this adventure

Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach is a world-renowned example of eco-engineering, transforming an old municipal landfill into a vibrant 165-acre city park centered around two man-made lakes and towering 60-foot grass hills. During the winter, steady ocean-fed breezes make the summit of Mount Trashmore the premier kite-flying destination in Hampton Roads, where colorful kites dance against bright winter skies. Families can walk the paved 1.45-mile walking trail that circles Lake Trashmore, spotting winter ducks, cormorants, and turtles along the water's edge. Children gravitate to Kid's Cove, an enormous 26,000-square-foot playground featuring inclusive climbing towers, ramps, sensory play elements, swings, and rubberized safety turf. With rolling green hills perfect for jogging up and running down, spacious picnic shelters, and wide paved walkways, Mount Trashmore is a top spot for burning off youthful winter energy. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Broad, flat paved asphalt trails encircle the lakes and playgrounds, making stroller navigation seamless throughout the entire park. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Park benches are placed frequently along the perimeter trail; modern heated public restrooms with baby changing stations are located adjacent to Kid's Cove playground. • Age Suitability: Great for toddlers through teens; Kid's Cove features dedicated zones for ages 2-5 and 5-12, while the hill climbs challenge older kids and parents. • Sensory Tips: Kid's Cove can be energetic and lively on mild sunny afternoons; the lakeside walking loops offer quiet, peaceful space for strollers and decompression.