| Park Name | State | City | Rating | Comments | Amenities | Address |
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| Oak Grove | Virginia | Chesapeake | 10 | | |
| First Landing State Park | Virginia | Virginia Beach | 10 | There are numerous nature trails, pet friendly, bike friendly. Would be a nice park to stay a few hours to half a day at. | |
| Lake Smith | Virginia | Virginia Beach | 10 | Very beautiful and dog friendly! | |
| Chesapeake Arboretum | Virginia | Chesapeake | 8 | Mostly trails, can be muddy after rain, there are numerous plant species to view, and a small stream between the trails. | Trails, Gravel Parking lot, Map |
| Norfolk Botanical Garden | Virginia | Norfolk | 10 | The park does have an admission fee, beautiful gardens, numerous trails and sights. | Map, Gift shop, Bathrooms, Cafe, Parking lot |
| Stumpy Lake | Virginia | Chesapeake | 8 | Small parking lot, Has two trails and a pier, has a lake and wooded area, near a golf course. | Parking lot, Map |
| Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge | Virginia | Virginia Beach | 9 | Beach and trails, Wildlife refuge, Has workshops during the season | Bathrooms, Map, Parking lot, Picnic tables |