Yorktown Beach

GENERALYorktown Beach is truly a hidden gem! It's a fantastic 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.PARKINGFree parking is available in the garage and lot by the plaza.

Yorktown Beach is so underrated. We love coming here year round as every season offers something to explore with the beach as a beautiful backdrop. We seen the Virginia Symphony perform here, attended various festivals, strolled the farmers market, had multiple picnics on the grass and the beach, and so much more. I think this is a great Virginia Beach alternative in the summer to save drive time and to have a smaller less crowded environment. I think this beach is perfect for small children-no large waves, undertow and etc.

I love going here with family and friends. local shops to visit! I love the food options. parking is always accessible

Decided to check out this beach while visiting a family member who is stationed at Fort Eustis. Though it was a cold and windy day, the beach was beautiful and the Saturday farmer's market was fun. There were two main parking lots close to the beach, both with limited parking, but we were still able to find a spot within 10 minutes despite it being a holiday weekend. There are restaurants and bathrooms along the boardwalk as well for a perfect family beach day!

If you're looking for a smaller beach or just not wanting to make the long drive to VA beach (for us that are 2 hours away), Yorktown Beach is a slice of heaven. Small sandy beach on the York River and the Yorktown Pier along with some tasty food spots to enjoy. Sometimes you need to slow down and get away from the hustle and bustle and this is a perfect spot.we've come during summer and even on a cold spring day the sand and water soothe my soul.

Nice beach. There's eatery's around if you're hungry while at the beach. You can also walk around and take in the beautiful scenery.

I loooove the beach, and VB can be quite a drive (okay, it's the tunnels and traffic I cannot stand, really). But this place is just what you need if you're craving a mini getaway from the hustle and bustle! Perfect for a pleasant stroll along the beach/boardwalk, or if you want to catch some rays; there's something here for everyone.Along the beach there's a few points of interest for the History buffs - there's signs that explain the history of Yorktown beach, and with Yorktown Battlefield Colonial Park not far away, there's no better reason to make a day out of it.There's free parking available, picnic tables and picnic areas, and also a Ben and Jerry's store across from the beach (among a few other restaurants) - I don't need an excuse to come down here and enjoy a sunset with an ice cream or a drink, but if there ever was one, that would be it! Sunset views are gorgeous!!!

So.......... This wasn't exactly what I had in mind when I was told this was a beach. It's cool for sunbathing I guess? I like to swim when I go to the beach. Eh, I guess we'll try another.

We go to watch the dolphins play! While we are there we get ice cream, a snack from the restaurant to eat on the beach or we go to the restaurant for a meal that is always delicious.

This is an adorable beach in a super cute town with free parking. What more could you want? Why did no one tell us that it is known for JELLYFISH. They were everywhere and my granddaughter got stung twice. I was wondering why it wasn't more crowded on a 100 degree summer day. I thought is was a fluke untilI got home and everyone said oh no don't swim at Yorktown it's full of Jellys.