Cape Charles is one of the Tidewater area’s most popular destinations. Once a small fishing village, the town has become a destination for vacationers, day trippers, shoppers, history buffs, boaters, anglers, beach enthusiasts, and others.
Just minutes from Route 13 on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, Cape Charles is home to a variety of specialty shops, restaurants, accommodations, tour providers, and other businesses.
Nearby, a public bay front beach, pier, and walking areas provide views of the Chesapeake Bay. During the tourism season, bikes or golf carts are available for rent. The town maintains paths for biking, carting, and other activities.
Cape Charles Harbor is one of the town’s most important assets. The harbor includes a boatyard, two marinas, boat launching ramps, and other amenities.
Saltwater fishing draws anglers from around the region to Cape Charles. Anglers target a variety of species including black drum, red drum, speckled trout, flounder, sea trout, spot, croakers, sheepshead, spadefish, cobia, sharks, and others.
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