Little Island Park is a fantastic beach park with soft sand, clear water that's calm and easy to…read moreswim in, and plenty of amenities that make it a great place to spend the day. The park regularly hosts free concerts and community events, creating a fun atmosphere. There are two large, clean, and well-maintained restroom buildings, along with numerous picnic tables and a couple of grills, making it an excellent spot for a beach cookout or family gathering. Every time I've visited, there has been an ice cream truck parked nearby, and on other occasions I've also seen food trucks offering additional options. There's a small but very nice playground for children, and a sandy boardwalk that leads out toward the beach with beautiful ocean views. One thing I really appreciated was how many restrooms are available throughout the park, so you're never far from one. I also noticed brand-new tennis courts and basketball hoops. The basketball courts are adjacent to the large parking lot, but the lot is so spacious that it never feels crowded. In fact, every time I've come here, there have been hundreds of parking spaces available, making parking incredibly easy. One especially thoughtful feature is the electronic sign at the park entrance, which tells you exactly how many parking spaces are available before you even drive in. Overall, Little Island Park is a clean, well-maintained beach park with excellent facilities, beautiful scenery, and plenty to do, making it one of the best beach parks in the area.

Fav beach. I love coming to sandbridge because there aren't that many people here. Little island is…read moregreat because there's a huge parking lot and a few diff accesses. You do have to pay for parking so you have to figure that out but it's still great. I never have any issues.

We saw so many horses it was amazing! Our guide Edna knew all the best spots to visit. This tour…read morewas the highlight of our visit to the Outer Bank. I highly recommend going. And don't forget to dress for the windy beach at 30 mph...it gets cold!

The Outer Banks Wild Horse Tour was an unforgettable experience. First of all, you're in a 4WD…read moretruck riding along this beautiful, pristine beach with a gorgeous view. In the earlier hours, the beach was still empty & quiet. Then we saw them - we saw these wild horses in small packs of 3 or 4, foraging along the grassy hills & walking through the sand. Our truck became quiet immediately. It amazed me that they weren't afraid of humans, or these trucks. They kept their distance, but they continued doing their own thing. Nature at its best. At one point, beyond the public beach, our truck got stuck in some mud. While waiting for a tow, we were treated to such a sight... initially we saw a small family of 3 horses. Then around the bend, came about 7 more, including a foal! They kind of trapsed about, hung around, & munched on nearby grass. When we got out of the mud, the horses still hung around, almost as if they enjoyed the attention & the company. As we finally headed back across the beach, the day grew warmer, and we saw more & more trucks lining the shore & setting up camp. Who knew?! Where I'm from, you can't drive onto the beach & setup camp right along the shore. Hmm... something for our next trip out here - note to self: rent a Jeep to hang on the beach. We were SO lucky to be in the right place at the right time! We didn't care that we were stuck there for an hour, because that just MADE our trip! It was quite the adventure. Corolla is a beautiful, scenic place & has an entirely different feel than other parts of the OBX.

Stopped at the beach while I'm the area for a conference. Absolutely unprepared. Rented a tent and…read morechairs, bought a couple waters and had a nice relaxing time for what it's worth. Parking was free and close to the beach. Bring your bug spray. Dogs are allowed, there is a playground and bathrooms are nearby.

You've come a Long way baby! WOW! I used to come here as a kid and it was nothing like it is now!…read moreTalk about a glow up! The beaches were pristine and even had a buggy driving on the beach picking up bits of debris, but mostly you didnt see any trash on the beach or in the park. The pavilions were clean too! There's a huge playground for the kiddies with plenty of shade! There were lifeguard stations at regular intervals, as well as emt & police patrols making this a safe haven for beach goers! We checked out the lighthouse in the center of the park, the historical marker. There were regular benches and lounge benches at various spots so you could chill if you forgot your beach chairs. Speaking of which, there was a stand/kiosk that rented beachy items - umbrellas, tents water activities, etc. and also sold sunscreen, sunglasses, and other sundries and necessities. Also, we found a sweet swing set near the boardwalk where you can just melt away into the horizon. The beach wasn't crowded and the water was calm and beautiful. Such a relaxing vibe. We will definitely come back to this beach, way more chill than VA beach and cleaner than colonial beach. Plenty of parking too, come during the week if you can! Saturdays get pretty packed. It's only about 1 1/2 hours from Richmond. We saw a couple girls with a big dog on the beach, I think it was a boxer or a Rottweiler- a lifeguard nicely told them that dogs weren't allowed. They were compliant. I appreciated the way that was handled. The park was lovely with picnic tables, lots of trash receptacles to keep the area clean. Great family spot!

Amazing Orange Crush for the adults! Friendly service and food too. Sit at the bar to chat with…read moreothers and watch a game on tv. Right on the beach so you might see "beach crawlers" which is fun to witness. I've seen a rainbow group and imposter Santas. Lastly, you could catch live music right there in the beach to dance along with. It's awesome there :)

I am a huge fan of Chic's Beach because of the bay being warmer and less crowds. I always have a…read moregood time here and love the calmness compared to the oceanfront.

My favorite beach for chilling out with a good book or floating in the usually comfortable water. I…read morealways feel like I'm on vacation at a beautiful lake, and it's so close to Williamsburg!

Went to this area with are dog and it was amazing. It was 10 dollars. The parking is only overflow…read moreand there a few handicap spots up front. Are dog had a blast and overall it was amazing. I could stand for the most part. Water was hot and cold in some places. Would go back again and again bc are dog was welcomed.

Great beach access, more secluded than some other areas of outer banks, outdoor showers and…read morebathrooms access.

Had a great time at the beach with family!!! Went on a…read moreThursday and it was not crowded.

Love this beach. Miles of coastline to walk. Along the way you can maybe find a cool shell.read more

This is a review about the beach in Corolla, North Carolina. The beach is pretty nice, except when…read moreyou go in the ocean shore. There are some kind of little baby jellyfish that tend to not sting but irritate skin and make you chafes bad. The good is that well, it's a beach. A good place to relax and watch the dolphins cruise in the ocean, collect sea shells, have a barbecue and everything. 3 stars Thank you

Great option to avoid the crowds, more of a residential beach with lots of cute beach cottages and…read morebungalows. Neighborhood street parking is available and limited, just be sure to pay attention to posted signage. We had an absolutely lovely day at the beach, there is a grocery near by on the main drag for snacks and beverages, there are no public bathrooms available at this beach.

This might have turned out to be 5 stars if I didn't go on one of the first weekends after COVID19…read morerestrictions ended, but I have to say 4 stars because gahhh it was crowded! All the reviews (during normal (pre-covid19) life, of course) were positive about parking and it being quiet, but we drove all the way to the end near the Ft Story gate before we even saw the first parking spot. It was insane how many people were there! We had to kind of squeeze into a spot on the beach with people to our right and left, crazy! But, honestly, it didn't matter! Other than being inconvenient, the whole experience was great. There were waves, unlike in the bay, and a gentle slope of sand into the water, so it was more safe for my son. The sand was nice, the people were nice, it was just great all around. Also, one of my favorite parts of this area is how close it is to the channel that goes by... so you get to see tons of ships and boats go by. It was like watching a water highway, loved it!

There are a few river beaches in our area, this is one of my favorites. I am amazed that there were…read morepeople in the water today as there is no way it's warm enough yet. Still, as it's Mother's Day there was quite the crowd for the start of the season. This beach is right past the bridge so there is a bit of a current but as it's usually calm it's safe for all ages. It's a local gem. Who needs to go all the way down to VA beach when we have this? No sharks!

GENERAL Yorktown Beach is truly a hidden gem! It's a…read morefantastic seaside escape and a great alternative to Virginia Beach, just across the bridge. The scenic pathway along the shore is perfect for a breezy day stroll, and the plaza offers a variety of charming seaside restaurants, bakeries, ice cream parlors, and bookstores to explore. PARKING Free parking is available in the garage and lot by the plaza.