Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park — Atlantic Ave
Fort Story, VA Location

Atlantic Ave
Fort Story, VA   23459Driving Directions
Phone: (757)898-2410(757)898-2410 Maps & Directions

https://www.nps.gov/came/planyou...

Part of Colonial National Historical Park

Operating Hours & Seasons

Cape Henry

Cape Henry is open year round. It is recommended that all visitation be conducted between the hours of dawn to dusk. Because Cape Henry is located on Fort Story Military Reservation it may be closed during periods of heightened National Security. Be prepared to stop at the entrance gate and have your drivers license ready. All vehicles are subject to inspection. This quarter acre of ground marks the approximate site of the first landing of the Jamestown settlers in Virginia.

Standard Hours

• Sunday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Monday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Tuesday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Wednesday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Thursday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Friday: Sunrise - Sunset
• Saturday: Sunrise - Sunset

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 - Visitor Pass Issued By Military Personnel
  Entrance is by visitor pass issued by military personnel at the entrance gate. Be prepared to stop and show your drivers license. Your vehicle may be inspected. Cape Henry is open year round. It is recommended that all visitation be conducted between the hours of dawn to dusk. Because Cape Henry is located on Fort Story Military Reservation it may be closed during periods of heightened National Security.

About

The beginning and end of British America has roots on these windswept sands

English colonists first landed here in April 1607, erected a wooden cross and gave thanks for a successful crossing to a new land. In 1781, Americans could watch from these same sand dunes the largest naval battle of the Revolutionary War. Our French Allies defeated a British fleet just off this shore to set the stage for General George Washington's victory at Yorktown.

Directions

Located on the south side of the Chesapeake Bay, Cape Henry Memorial sits within the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. From Interstate 64 E take exit 282 to merge onto US-13N/Northhampton Boulevard towards the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Then take US-60 E/Shore Drive exit toward Beaches, this is the last exit before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Follow Shore Drive and turn left onto Atlantic Ave and proceed to Gate 8. Follow Atlantic Ave to Cape Henry Memorial.

Visitor Centers

No Visitor Center At This Location

This quarter acre of ground marks the approximate site of the first landing of the Jamestown settlers in Virginia. The grass and shrub covered dunes provides a picturesque setting to just wonder about, read the monuments or just sit down, relax and smell the fresh sea air. Take the walkway leading to the top of the dunes where one can overlook the Atlantic Ocean and the Entrance to the Chesapeake Bay.

Weather

Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40 F to 80 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 80 F to 100 F. Rain and sun are equally common. On very sunny days, be prepared with plenty of water . Fall: Temperatures usually range from 40 F to 70 F. Winter: Temperatures range from 40 F to 20 F. Be prepared with cold weather gear and numerous layers if you intend to be outside.