# Mount Trashmore Park Winter Kite Flying & Lake Walking Loops > Place to go for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Mount Trashmore Park, 310 Edwin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 - Ages: All ages (paved walking paths, sprawling playgrounds, and kite-flying hills) - Price: Free admission and free parking - Organizer: Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation - Official page: https://parks.virginiabeach.gov/parks-trails/mount-trashmore-park - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/mount-trashmore-park-winter-kite-flying-and-lake-walking-loops--listing-9e7908ef704dc49f31f3af8a ## About 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. ## Similar picks in Virginia Beach - [Stumpy Lake Natural Area Winter Cypress Swamp Boardwalk & Kayak Loop](https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/stumpy-lake-natural-area-winter-cypress-swamp-boardwalk-and-kayak-loop--listing-195be60586c7cb73f6618318) — Open on its own schedule · Stumpy Lake Natural Area · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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