Wild Beach Camping - False Cape State Park, Virginia

Wild Beach Camping - False Cape State Park, Virginia - Backpacking Trip

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A 25 mile, 3 day, 2 night backpacking trip to Virginia's most wild and remote State Park. Tent camped both nights on the beach, with incredible sunset and sunrise views and the amazing sound of the ocean. Tucked in between the Back Bay Wildlife Refuge and the North Carolina, False Cape is logistically is more difficult to get to than any other state park since you can't drive to it. And the ways to get there changes based on the calendar and if Wildlife Refuge is open or closed. Stay tuned and I will tell you how exactly to get there, what to expect when you arrive, and what it's like to camp on the beach.
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@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

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@BackpackingwithBuckley 2 жыл бұрын

That's a REAL tough spot to beat! Loved the colors in the sky. Good edit RVA. Loved this spot!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Buckley! Enjoyed creating this video and living it both. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@MaaAnnapurnakitchen1244 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful amazing beautiful 👍👍 great video 👍💕 Good keep it up 😊 dear

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Krishna! Thanks for stopping by! Come back anytime, I have almost 150 vids on my channel. ~RVA~

@TeaInValhalla 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic thumbnail, sorry we won't make the premier, weighed down with cake and cheese, we will be in a food coma! Promise to watch first thing tomorrow morning, with our first plate of cheese and cake lol! Have a great premier, love and hugs, Ceri and Kat ❤ 👍 ☕ 🎁

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you, so glad you liked the thumbnail for this one. Yes, catch it on the replay tomorrow or whenever you have time. Not too much Christmas cake Ceri! Enjoy your food comas you two! ~RVA~

@Packsalot 2 жыл бұрын

What a great area to camp. The views were amazing especially the sunsets & sunrises. Wow! Sand is tough to hike in. Well done. Best part of this place for me is having all to yourself. Awesome. Thanks for sharing your adventure here. Have a great day.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Etched in my memories forever that sunset and sunrise. Sand is hard to hike in but not too bad if you do it rarely, ha ha. This time of the year is the best time of the year to go, so there aren't many people around. Just the way I like it. ~RVA~

@ackosadventures2486 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video in a stunning location beach all to yourself amazing 👍👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Stuart! Great of you to stop by and check this video out. ~RVA~

@Bextasy423 2 жыл бұрын

Omg...to go to sleep with that sound. What's the reason for not bringing in the back-packers in? Wow, now I must go! You have a good head on your shoulders putting the reflected tape on your tent. The sun set & moonlight, postcard perfect! ❤

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

They want the people who go there to work for it to get there and appreciate the journey I suppose. Maybe then more people will help to keep clean and wild. The tram is only for day use from April to Sept. If you want to camp there you gotta move your feet to get there! I was actually going originally for a winter tour on the tram of the Wild Life Refuge and then the rangers were taking people to search for owls. But they wouldn't allow backpackers on the tour So I didn't go. That's ok, I was happy to hike in. Great experience. I will def do it again but only in the cooler months because in the summer the temps are brutal!

@WanderingSwitchback 2 жыл бұрын

Beach treks are always tough, but man, are they worth it! Beautiful trip, and so many cool shells and finds! Thanks for sharing this gorgeous trip, Jacqueline!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome girl! Sand walking is tough but add a backpack and yeah, you are really working hard. Happy New Year to you!

@JourneyontheTrail 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome trip video! Definitely somewhere going on my bucket list. Thanks for sharing.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there! So glad you enjoyed this one. Definitely a rare find being both remote and wild. Happy New Year to you~. RVA~

@FollowThomas 2 жыл бұрын

That's cool that you can camp right on the beach. Nice hike, enjoyed watching 🙂👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

It sure is. There are not many places that allow you to do that. It was so much fun! Appreciate ya, Thomas! ~RVA~

@DCOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video. Waking up to those views would be super special. Glad that there are places preserved for people that don't mind a bit of a walk. Thanks for sharing this video with us.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

So happy you like this one DC Outdoors. This location will always be a place with fewer people venture to because your right, they have to walk to get there. It's a long ways to walk in and walk back just for a day trip. Happy New Year to you! ~RVA~

@ManRabbuka 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing... no city noise... just the sound of waves, wind and clouds above the sky.. perfect place for camping..👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

💯Amen to that! Just nature’s noise! Doesn’t get much better than this. Thanks for watching! ~RVA~

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

No noise besides nature. Perfection! Yes indeed the perfect place camping.

@JCharlesoutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing state park, not an easy hike in the sand. I love camping at the beach, thanks for sharing 👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Hey JCharles, thanks a bunch for tuning in and checking this one out. A great remote place to go hiking and camping. You just can't beat it. ~RVA~

@Petragoesoutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a great hike. I would like to hike and camp on such an amazing place. Hope to see more of thees wonderful videos next year. Take care and have a good time, Petra

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Hiya Petra! More videos in 2022 is a definite. Thanks my friend for stopping by. ~RVA~

@quytranvan1587 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful wild beach camping!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was a whole lot of fun, this trip!

@maga5895 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video! I will be down there this week and so excited for this!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

You will love it! It’s just gorgeous! Take lots of bug spray this time of year going through the wildlife refuge. Let me know how you like it! ~RVA~

@TeaInValhalla 2 жыл бұрын

Hello hi and good morning from your friends across the pond, again another amazing places beautifully showcased, the difference in the two days was nuts! We loved watching along with younand the gang in the premier, such a lovely community ❤ such an important place, home to so much nature, glad to hear its untouched and looked after by such knowledgeable rangers. Have a great new years, Ceri and Kat ❤ 👍 ☕ 🎁 p.s loved your rucksack and aviator combo, bossed it!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

There are so few untouched places like this these days to venture. I adore that this coastal area is protected and is natural and wild as it should be. Kat, the wild horses roam at the border of North Carolina and Virginia. The male stallions swim in the ocean around a fence that actually goes out in the ocean to bring their girls over with them. But they keep relocating them back to NC. I was hoping to secretly see some or the humpback whales migrating. But there are few other great places to see wild ponies in our state. I guess I will have to go check out those places. I love doing premieres just for that reason - the amazing people. Hanging out with my buddies and like-minded outdoor lovers alike. With all of Kat's good cooking, I don't know how anyone could stay awake for a premiere but so happy you both did. ~RVA~

@debsmostexcellentadventure5353 2 жыл бұрын

And have the best 2022 ever.Happy new years🎆 debs xx.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Deb! Happy New Year to you as well! ~RVA~

@tonyabrowninghikes 2 жыл бұрын

Great video looks like an amazing and quiet trip.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tonya! It was solitude bliss out there. ~RVA~

@ramblingracheltrailtales 2 жыл бұрын

The coast... how lovely. I do love the seaside apart from sand getting in your boots! Never camped on a beach before. Looks good! xx

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Well come on over to this side of the world and I am happy to be your hiking guide to this beautiful location. Ha Ha! Happy New Year Rachel! ~RVA~

@travelwithsarun875 2 жыл бұрын

what an amazing place. My Best Wishes to you both for 2022, stay safe. Happy stay connect

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and checking out this video. Much appreciated. ~RVA~

@JimHayesHiking 2 жыл бұрын

I was never one for the beach but you had an awesome setup! I love the the shot at 6:56. I could sleep like a big ole baby listening to those waves all night. Great video. Have a Happy New Year!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I use to be a beach person, now I am more of a mountain girl. But going to backpack to this place may change any mountain lover into a beach lover LOL! The morning colors were incredible for morning 1, not so much for morning 2. But that's ok, I think the fog is pretty too. Thanks so much, Jim for stopping by and checking this one out. ~RVA~

@woodycarr 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, RVA Hiker Girl! My wife and I rode our bicycles down to False Cape for the first time back in September. It is a beautiful park. Planning on doing an overnight sometime this coming year.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Bike riding is an excellent way to visit the park. I have seen backpackers do this and pull a kid carrier behind the bikes to carry all of their gear. I thought that was a pretty ingenious idea. It's also a great way to get more miles in too. Let me know how you enjoy your overnighter. ~RVA~

@angelatroutman7128 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible experience.

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

Ah yes! Very special place, False Cape! Hope to go back sometime and hike the east and west dike to check out the Refuge more. Camping on the beach, was everything! Thanks for stopping by the channel Angela! ~RVA~

@jflo1724 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! Heading out tomorrow 😁

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Let me know how you liked it. ~RVA~

@AlaskanAmblers 2 жыл бұрын

It's pretty cool to have a backpack trip hiking along a beach. Amazing to have such a lonely, serene, and pristine on the East Coast. Hiking in that soft sand is hard work! Oh man, full moon, amazing sunrise, someone is living right! Oh yeah, camping on a beach and sand gets everywhere. We often camp along rivers in interior Alaska on big silt bars, and it gets in everything! What a great trip! Want to take this moment to wish you a happy new year, and many more good adventures for 2022!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year to you as well! Best of luck in 2022! Thanks so much for watching this one.👍🏼 Only saw 3 other ppl the whole time on this backpacking trip. That’s perfection for me and all this beauty to myself. Yep I will be finding sand for a long time to come in my gear! ~RVA~

@SouthernHike 2 жыл бұрын

What a trip! I honestly think Rachael would love this! And I would never be on the hunt for a cotton mouth! haha

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I was a biology major in college and took a herpetology class where we would go pick up snakes in nature (nonvenemous ones). But I developed a deeper appreciation for the these herps. Just wanted to see one from a distance. This time of the year if you did see one it would be super slow due to the cooler outdoor temps. Have New Year you too and congrats on your 1k!!!

@TravelHungryForLife 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see you again love the lights Awesome share here well done Have a super safe weekend 👍👍😍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I use light year-round to make my tent more cozy and fun. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your weekend as well. ~RVA~

@RonsWorld5 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! This was so cool! That locatiion is almost too good to be true! You sure can pick 'em! Beautiful out there. This is a MUST-DO! (Soon) Thanks for sharing! 🙏

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to pick bad spots in such a beautiful state! Love our incredible state parks! ~RVA~

@JulieGayheart 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year RVA! Not only a great vid but such great information for the area and hike! Hiking in sand is TOUGH!! 🙌🙌🙌

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

The happiest New Year to you as well Jester. Thank you, so glad to hear you enjoyed this one. Sand is tough with a pack on, but I tredged though. Great time of the year to go to this amazing place. ~RVA~

@NhoQue-pj2jt 2 жыл бұрын

HAPPY NEW YEAR So nice video my friend.🙋‍♂️stay connected♥️♥️

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Glad that you liked it. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@pattyk8594 Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks!

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by the channel. ~RVA~

@stevesdaysoff2759 2 жыл бұрын

Hello and that was a lovely video. Really enjoyed watching. Atb Steve 👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve! It's hard to take a bad shot when everything around you in the outdoors is just so stunning. ~RVA~

@stevesdaysoff2759 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. Happy new year. 👍

@veragardner5763 2 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Vera! So happy you stopped by and checked out my channel. Come back anytime. ~RVA~

@JasonOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome it's kept undeveloped. Really great looking trip. Very creative with some of your shots.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Yep a real coastal gem! Thanks a ton Jason! Always trying to think of a different angles or a different view points to shoot from. Happy New Year to you and your fam! ~RVA~

@lynnej5642 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to camp at this star park…thanks for sharing your trip! It makes me want to go even more now!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, good Lynne! You will love it! Just don't go when it's hot, you might now enjoy it as much. Fewer bugs, less people this time of the year.

@DaveCollierCamping 2 жыл бұрын

Love it

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Down closer to you this one.

@Filipinospanishwalk 2 жыл бұрын

wow that was a very nice hiking and camping, the night views is really awesome, such a great camping experienced. great sharing 👍 greetings and watching from Spain

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching all the way from Spain. That's awesome! Glad to hear that you enjoyed the video. Come back anytime. ~RVA~

@art-gallery3257 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible sharing

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Greatly appreciate it! ~RVA~

@DesGreene 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jacqueline! Such a beautiful and unspoilt place. There's too few undeveloped coastal areas wherever you go in the world! Stunning sunrise on day 1 but what a change on the 2nd morning! 😁 Great video! All the best👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. I wish there were more places like this. That's what they say about Virginia weather. If you don't like it one day, just stick around because the next day will be totally different. LOL! Appreciate you stopping by Des! ~RVA~

@DesGreene 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl 😂 love it! 👍

@StephenandYhana 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that was an incredible video and a beautiful location to stay too. Those colours in the sky on your first morning were stunning. I really loved this video, If I were lucky enough to go to Virginia, This location is high on my list. 😉😊

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I am blessed to live in a state that has both mountains, rivers, and the ocean. So many great places in Virginia to backpack and visit. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@BackpackingWithJason 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome trip!! That sunrise makes for great memories. Pulled Pork for dinner. Yummy yummy. Absolutely awesome area for camping. Really cool my friend 👍🏻👍🏻

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jason! It's hard to beat that sunset and sunrise the next morning, making for a very memorable trip. Thanks so much for watching and all of your amazing support. ~RVA~

@NaomisAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful beach

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Wild and remote = perfection ~RVA~

@andrewrawlance6651 2 жыл бұрын

Well done to you both, walking on soft sand like that, what an amazing place. My Best Wishes to you both for 2022, stay safe. Regards A. R.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that Andrew! Backpacking in sand is tough, but so worth it when you get to your prize. Camping right on the beach. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@wanderingoutyonder 2 жыл бұрын

Wow - what an area of solitude! The sand hiking seems like it would be rough on the legs - I know that when we hike through snow - it seems like it is 4 times the workout because of the snow - I am imagining it would be very similar! Looks like you guys pretty much had the place to yourself - that makes the experience that much better!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

You guys would love it. Bring the van down to Sandbridge and make this trek. It was an amazing experience. ~RVA~

@issaoutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, quiet, relaxing looking camp! I will have to try that park in the future.... I'd much rather be secluded and have to hike than crowded and cramped!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I don't really do crowds when hiking or backpacking. I avoid the busy weekends and those times of the year. I tend to go off-season to get the places pretty much to myself, like this one. I do a ton of research in advance of places and have a very long list of when to go and when not to go lol. Thanks so much, Issa for watching and happy happy New Year to you! ~RVA~

@ReasontoLiveAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

That looks like an outstanding place to camp. Am definitely putting that place on my bucket list for this coming year. The morning fog reminded me of the beaches up in Delaware around October. Best wishes to y’all for a very happy New Year.🤙

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely a great one to have on your list. Make sure you go when the weather is cool because the summer heat would be absolutely brutal to hike this is. Happy 2022! ~RVA~

@ReasontoLiveAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl best wishes to y’all for a very happy New Years celebration.

@gracecallowayable Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

This place is a real hidden gem in coastal VA. I can't wait to go back and check out the east and west dikes in the Wildlife Refuge. Thanks so much for stopping by and watching. ~RVA~

@AlanMETALMAN 2 жыл бұрын

Beach front campsite sounds nice and that was the perfect spot to pitch your tent - what a view! It looks like you had the whole beach to yourself, well, apart from the local residents in their cars. Loved the colours in the sky of the setting sun but that was blown away by the sunrise on day 2, what a perfect way to start the day!! The restrooms looked a bit sparse mind but I could live with it for sunrises/sets like that all the time. I have seen seals in the sea and on the shore but to see a whale would have been mind blowing and after that plodge in the sea, looked nice warning for dinner. Shame the sea fret had to come in and spoil things but you still got that amazing footage from your first couple of days. Happy New Year to you both, cheers Alan

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Happy New Year Alan! Always appreciate all of your amazing support throughout the whole year. No complaints on this trip at all after that sunset, sunrise, and sleeping to the ocean sounds. What more could a girl ask for? A little sand never hurt anyone. I definitely will be going back again in the future. It's too good not to! ~RVA~

@SeniorHiker77 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome thumbnail Jacqueline 👌

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Senior! This was an awesome backpacking trip!

@gerrymcveigh 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like the Atlantic Ocean is just as cool over that side of the world😊 It is great that you have to do the work to get to that fantastic protected park. Loved all that sand and the camp site was such a peaceful and calming spot with those waves breaking. A really cool sunset and sunrise☀ and Christmas tent lights🎄 It looked fantastic in the fog too. A great trip👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

That's all that separates us is that big ole Atlantic, right? I agree, I love that you can't drive there and you have to hike in. But the lights I use year-round, sometimes colored and sometimes white ones. I carry them with me all the miles I backpack to enjoy them at my tentsite. I keep saying I need to find a mini disco ball for my tent next. LOL! Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks so much for watching. ~RVA~

@gerrymcveigh 2 жыл бұрын

You need that on your Santa list😊

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@gerrymcveigh But then I would have to wait a whole year before Santa returns. Ha Ha!

@dragonphotostudio Жыл бұрын

I live in VB and camp out there a few times a year. It's a really amazing spot. I've had backpackers tell me "there's no views like the mountains out there though..." but to me there's not views in the mountains like you have there. On a clear night you have all the stars. And waking up to the sunrise and dolphins jumping is an experience in itself. Every time we stay there it's completely different. I'm glad to see you enjoying it.

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

I love all kinds of views, ocean views, lake and river views, mountain views it doesn't matter to me. They are all great. I love False Cape and its wild and remote location. Those sunsets on the bay are killer. Appreciate you stopping by the channel, come back anytime. I have almost 200 videos now of adventures all over. ~RVA~

@sydneymoody8654 Жыл бұрын

She mentioned there’s a tram that can take you from the parking lot to the beach? Is that right and how can I find more information about that. I’d love to take my dad and 4 kids (and my pregnant self) here on our super rare opportunity to get to the ocean(from illinois) in two weeks …..

@dragonphotostudio Жыл бұрын

@@sydneymoody8654 I'd suggest checking out the park's website for more info. I've honestly never taken the tram out there. But I see it almost every time. They do guided tours and have all kinds of fun stuff like sunset kayak tours and night hikes to search for owls!

@crubbythebeagle57 2 жыл бұрын

nice vlogs great super

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by, appreciate it. ~RVA~

@WillowWalksTheAT Жыл бұрын

Fyi, your video was very helpful in planning my 2 night camp/hike in False Cape SP last weekend with with my hiking buddy dog, Willow. So thanks! We had to kayak around Back Bay NWR to get her in. Posting vids of our trip hoping it will help someone like you helped us! Happy trails!

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

I didn't think dogs were allowed there. Is that because of the wildlife refuge? If you kayaked in you wouldn't have to go through it, so that must be it. I am so glad my video helped. It's not a easy hike in if you don't do your research, especially when the refuge is closed. I hope you loved your time there as much as I did. ~RVA~

@WillowWalksTheAT Жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl You are correct...no dogs allowed in Back Bay NWR, but are allowed in False Cape SP. So trick is getting around Back Bay NWR, hence the kayak approach. Not super convenient but that's why it's worth the trip!

@SrtHemiPower Жыл бұрын

Thanks for video

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Great remote state park!

@MarkedMiles 2 жыл бұрын

I really want to beach camp one day , never had a chance to go. One Day 🤞- great video

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely find a place where you can do it. It's not easy to find, where you can do it. The only other place I know offhand is Assateague National Seashore. I haven't been there yet, but I will for sure try to get there in 2022 and see some wild ponies. ~RVA~

@BravestoneHikes 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful spot but a workout for sure. I love that you can camp right on the beach. so worth the work. Oh, I hoped you saw a whale.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Me too, loved the beach camping. No I didn't see a whale but I did see about 30 dolphins. I'll be back for sure and I will be looking out for whales for sure. Thanks for watching ~RVA~

@viewandsoundsofnature 2 жыл бұрын

Take care and have a Happy New Year !!! (subscribed to your beautiful and interesting channel)

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you so much! Welcome to my KZfaq Family! Greatly appreciate your support! Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@WealthandTravelonaDime 2 жыл бұрын

Great video we fimed twice there and it was amazing. Never took beach in bet there alot less snakes yhat way. And yes that sand will get you out of breath quick.lol

@WealthandTravelonaDime 2 жыл бұрын

By the way what kind of camera are you using to film with?

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Cool, I will have to look for your videos there. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@StepsbyKaatje 2 жыл бұрын

It was such a great trip! Fun to make a premiere of it! 😁 Walking in the sand really looked very hard! But sleeping on the beach amazing! Especially with the beautiful sunset and sunrise on your first night out! That reflection in the water was so beautiful! I don't know about the coyotes so close to my tent, but dolphins won't be so close to your tent, except if you pitch your tent too close to the water and you end up in the water at high tide! 😂 Bit foggy and a lot of sand everywhere, but a lovely 3 days out! I have never done a beach walk or sleeping on the beach, maybe I should go and hike on an Island some day! 😂 All the best! I have to go to sleep now and start dreaming about hiking! Kaat

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

You will get to sleep on the beach there at 1 of the campsites (Bayside) (not sure if you watched my video series) I show that spot. And then we camp behind the beach on another night. The afternoon IceBear, me and Jasons Outdoors took our Georgia dip in the cold Atlantic Ocean. Thanks for staying up late and watching this one. Always appreciate your amazing support. ~RVA~

@StepsbyKaatje 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl I watched your videos at the time, should do it again to be prepared! 😁 I remembered you guys going for a swim and also being close to the beach! Maybe we should talk on Messenger soon, that's easier to make arrangements! 😁 All the best! Kaat

@georgebaden8194 2 жыл бұрын

Just booked my spot for the first weekend of April. Going to be staying down at campsite 21 and cant wait. Glad to hear the dike trails will be open so I dont have walk the beach the entire way.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Oh good! You will love it! Are you planning to stay at the inner campsite or move to the beach? The campsites are so nice and big and all those live oak trees are great for shade and to hang stuff on. I will def go back sometime to check out the dike trails. I want to also take the trail to the monument down on the VA/NC border too. I just came back from Assateague and camping on the beach if that interests you are all. The video comes out on Wed night. Thanks for stopping by and watching George. Let me know how you like the Park in April.~RVA~

@georgebaden8194 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl Thanks, really enjoyed the video and look forward to the seclusion. I haven't decided if I'm going to camp on the beach or not, probably wont decide until I get down there to check on the water.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@georgebaden8194 Just stay close to the dunes if you do and you'll be fine. The park rangers keep tabs on the tides and won't let you camp on the beach if the tides are higher than normal from storms out at sea.

@atrampinthehills.841 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic...the beach looks amazing...less people = win win

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

It was the perfect time of the year to go, no mosquitos and black flies and the temps were perfect for sleeping. And oh yeah, hardly anyone there. Win-Win is right! Ha Ha! Thanks for stopping by A tramp in the hills! Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@SpringendeDelfinchen1919 2 жыл бұрын

Hallöchen Wo Camping ist Spitzenmäßig ' macht grisig Spaß..👍😉💙

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure what this says, but thanks for watching. ~RVA~

@coreaentusojos5082 2 жыл бұрын

such a beautiful place and nice camping It's awesome content. i really enjoyed the video:) thank you for sharing i will keep visiting your Channel:D have a nice day:D

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for visiting and appreciate your kind comments. Feel free to stop by anytime. ~RVA~

@KathysOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

How much would be a night in your tent on the beach cost lol. I loved when you opened up your tent to the ocean...heaven! Happy New Year!!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

$25 a night plus tax if I remember correctly. But priceless for the experience and that sunset and sunrise. Huge change in the weather but that is Virginia for ya. The old saying goes if you don't like the weather one day, just wait because the next day will be completely different. ha ha! ~RVA~

@jamesmorgan1967 11 ай бұрын

Was just visiting my sister in Mathews County and researching the parks near her, including False Cape. It looks stunning and I hope to visit/camp there someday soon. Were you able to see any whales? Anyway, I can't imagine how much work this must have been to not only film but edit this video. Thank you so much for posting it. I learned a lot.

@RVAHikerGirl 10 ай бұрын

I did not see any whales but I was sure looking. That would have been amazing. Yes editing KZfaq videos that are this long really does take me quite a while to do and honestly I got burned out because I’ve had my channel going on five years. I just needed to take a break. But I am on Instagram posting videos 4-5 times a week if you ever want to follow me over there. It is a gorgeous part of our state. ~RVAHG~

@richardmarshall6751 23 күн бұрын

I lived in Munden Pt, across Back Bay from the park, in 1988. On July 4th, 1988 (89?), my buddy and I boated across Back Bay, and tied up at at beat up dock that is likely long gone, and walked across the dunes to set up our campsite. July 4th weekend, perfectly blue sky, and not another soul on the beach, in either direction. We were imagining the melee taking place up north at VA Beach, while we had the entire beach to ourselves, watching the osprey and dolphins frolic. Note: keep the beers on the down low, the Rangers are a PIA in this regard. Note: not allowing car traffic and forcing campers to hike in is brilliant, although I suppose us boating in was cheating. So, don't do as I did... ;-)

@richardmarshall6751 23 күн бұрын

We used to see cottonmouths (water moccasins) all the time at Back Bay NWR. They could be pretty aggressive in warm weather. The watermen that I met when I lived there all carried firearms when on the water.

@RVAHikerGirl 23 күн бұрын

@@richardmarshall6751 sounds like great memories. I think a lot of people still boat over. Most people take the ferry for day trips. But you aren’t allowed to bring a backpack in the ferry. Such a great place to tent camp.

@NicoleHikesalot 2 жыл бұрын

I plan to be there

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Nicole! Bring a cocktail, I'll be enjoying one!~RVA~

@garrycollins3415 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks once again for previewing a trip on my list. This is the year I'm forcing it to happen. I save my winter 3 day trips for WV (I did the Cranberry Wilderness last week). Since a lot of roads will be closing in WV I'm going to copy your trip next. Tracking coyotes sounds like a great time filler. I'll bring my spotter scope. Fog side, is moisture a problem at night? I'd like to take the fly off but don't want wet down. Great idea on string lights, I almost got ran over in the NC barrier islands.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I know what you mean Gary. I'm not heading to the mountains this week with the road closures and it's even suppose to be -1 in SNP. Actual temp not wind chill, so I need to find another place myself. Night 1 I slept with the fly off and no issue of condensation because you have the ocean breeze to keep the air moving. (JByrd and I both have down bags) Night 2 yes for. sure with the heavy fog. Deer, coyotes, some fox, raccoons, you could see all the prints in the sand. Just put those reflectors up and bring yourself some lights to put up. It's recommended to only put up 2 reflectors around your tent, but I put up 4. You probably won't see anyone, like on my trip. Let me know if you go and how you liked it.

@LarryGoggins000 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I used to frequent this place and hike all the time to the NC border. Now, since getting into backpacking and camping, I’m looking to replicate what you guys did! You guys are awesome. Any tips?

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

Research if the east and west dikes are open through the wildlife refuge before you go. That will allow less beach walking and opportunities to see more wildlife inland. There is water at the visitors center. I carried way too much, not realizing that, so my pack was heavyyyyy! If you ever have any questions, just let me know. Happy to help. ~RVA~

@piedmontpengwing 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos. I probably would take the tram that you mentioned. It must be seasonal and just for the day etc. I want to let you know that I saw a documentary on the Blue Ridge PBS channel. It was on the Blue Ridge Tunnel. Then I saw Terri Allard’s Inside Out. One of the documentaries mentioned you!!!!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I have seen the newer documentary and it was brilliant. Can you send me the link to which one mentioned me? I have for sure not seen that one. Thanks so much. ~RVA~

@piedmontpengwing 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl kzfaq.info/get/bejne/etabhpmarau3pKs.html

@piedmontpengwing 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl I sent the link

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@piedmontpengwing That video was from April 2018, I didn't go until Nov 2020 to go see it. It must be another one.

@piedmontpengwing 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl ok

@JohnPetrie 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! One of my former scouts and his family did this trek and the first thing they saw was a sign that said "Caution, Water Moccasins" and there was one literally laying in front of the sign. What is the drinking water situation at False Cape? I've heard you have to pack in your water for miles.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

There is only 1 place to get water in the park and that's at the visitors center. You don't have to carry a lot with you when you hike in. You can get it there. But there is no water at the next camps sites down 2 miles by beach or about 6 miles by trail. You have to load up before you go down further south. There is a pump at the False Cape Landing campsites but the water isn't treated and believe me you don't want to drink it. It's brown and didn't look good at all and they say it's just for washing dishes or rinsing off. Happy New Year John! ~RVA~

@JohnPetrie 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl thanks and Happy New Year!!!

@CM-zu3wo 11 ай бұрын

Wow! First timer here and new sub! What time of year was this and would you recommend for hikers with dogs 🐕??

@RVAHikerGirl 11 ай бұрын

So happy you found the channel. Appreciate the sub. Mosquitos and black flies can be pretty bad in this area. The cooler months honestly is the time of the year when I would recommend going. There are fewer ppl as well in the off season. Beach hiking in the full sun in the hot summer would be brutal - hope that helps. BTW no dogs are allowed for part of this hike through the Wildlife preserve, that includes the beach. I do remember several signs about that. There’s no way to get to False Cape SP without going through the preserve.

@ronscott7546 Жыл бұрын

Not a sad story but part of life my wife of 28 years passed away 6 years ago and 2023 is going to be my camping year and of all the channels I've checked out yours rocks the most and this is one of my number one destinations this summer so I may have to contact you at some point and bug the sh%t out of you if your good with that

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

2023 is your year Ron. Absolutely, I am happy to answer any questions that you may have and help out however I can. Love connecting people to the outdoors. I camp all over the state and beyond and I have a bunch of other videos if you're looking for other locations. If you're on Instagram I post a lot about camping over there. Thank you for your kind comments. Sorry to hear about your wife. I started hiking and camping to help with the loss of my mom. It really did helped pull me back into life again. ~RVA~

@pattirichards2647 2 жыл бұрын

was there any water available at the tent sites? Great Video. I've been to the wildlife refuge, but never gone to the park. Great job. Did you hang your food on the poles?

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

The only water available at the park is at the visitors center on day 1. I had to carry a lot with me down to the 2nd campsite at False Cape Landing. If I would have stayed at the interior campsites I would have hung my food bag on the raccoon poles, as there are no bears in the park. But because I was about 1/2 mile away and stayed on the beach I did not. I want to go back and explore the Refuge more. Thanks for stopping by Patti.

@pattirichards2647 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl Thanks for doing this video. I've always wanted to do this!!

@BilalAfridi Жыл бұрын

Where did you got that tent from ?

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

REI - Its a REI 1/2 dome 3 plus.

@BilalAfridi Жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl Thankyou so much

@scubahiker 2 жыл бұрын

What time of year did you go? Early fall?

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

No, this trip was in the winter at the end of December. No mosquitos or black flies in the winter. It's a great time of the year to go. ~RVA~

@its_me_jen_jen9204 2 жыл бұрын

As a disabled camper, it bums me out when things are not accessible. I can do some things (I walk with a cane), but this park sounds like it wouldn’t be for me. Love the vids tho!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

This park is accessible for disabled persons, but only during certain months of the year. They have a tram that operates taking people to the visitors center and on a tour through the Back Bay Wildlife Area. There are paved trails there as well. However the majority of this park is coastal maritime environment, meaning largely made up of sand. So you would have to be able to walk in the sand for miles and miles to access certain parts of this park. They allow primitive camping, but to keep the the area in this wild state, they don't allow rvs or car camping as other parks do. Its just a very protected area, especially since the Back Back Wildlife Refuge is right next door and there main focus is protecting the fragile marine environment and wildlife. I believe all other VA State Parks that have camping have wheelchair accessable sites. I can completely understand what your saying though if you wanted to camp there. Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the video. Appreciate you stopping by. ~RVA~

@sydneymoody8654 Жыл бұрын

So around 9:00 you say in the summer time there is a tram that can take beach goers down to the pristine coast line?

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

There is a tram that will take you down if you don’t have a backpack. They don’t transport campers or backpackers on the tram. Only day visitors. The tram only runs in certain months of they year. When it’s not running, the only way to get to the park is to walk or ride a bicycle. It’s remote for sure.

@GOODS. 2 жыл бұрын

لااله الاالله محمد رسول الله

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure what this says, but thanks for watching. ~RVA~

@aleksandraferramosca3811 2 ай бұрын

We will be hiking and camping for four nights there with 2 kids. Can you tell me how to contact the rangers there?

@RVAHikerGirl 2 ай бұрын

Call the park or go to the visitors center. The rangers live there so there’s sways one on premise.

@kandicesites 3 ай бұрын

Did you have cell service on the beach? (I need service for my medical devices to work together)

@RVAHikerGirl 3 ай бұрын

Yes Virginia Beach has 5G

@AggyGoesOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Well I really enjoyed last night, can we get together and do it again sometime 😉😊👍🏼

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

So happy you made it to the premiere of this video. That was so awesome you. Greatly appreciate your support. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@Didewro Жыл бұрын

Can i drive on the beach?

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

No it is hike in, bike in or tram in only. You can not drive to this state park.

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

You can drive on the beach but you have to be a resident in that area with a permit.

@ancientsacrifice 2 жыл бұрын

thats alot of walking

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thats what backpacking is, hiking a bunch of miles and enjoying the outdoors until you set up camp. Love it so much! Can't wait to do some even longer trips again soon. Thanks for stopping back and watching. Come back anytime. ~RVA~

@karigilmartin5915 2 жыл бұрын

Wanna do a KZfaq video collab some time?

@TV-lv4mf 2 жыл бұрын

That's a REAL tough spot to beat! Loved the colors in the sky. Good edit RVA. Loved this spot!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

It sure is. Those morning colors will forever be in my memories for sure. Glad to hear you enjoyed the video. I have about 150 other videos on the channel if you're ever interested in any of those. Happy New Year! ~RVA~

@karigilmartin5915 2 жыл бұрын

Wanna do a KZfaq video collab some time?

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

I really only do collabs with other hikers and backpackers Kari. How old are you anyway?

@karigilmartin5915 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl oh and 23