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Paradise Creek Nature Park

1141 Victory Blvd
Portsmouth, VA 23702 United States Get Directions
https://elizabethriver.org/paradise-creek-nature-park/

An oasis of nature in an urban setting. An on-going revitalization & education project, thanks to YOU.

Stroll along the forested trails and restored wetlands at Paradise Creek Nature Park and it’s hard to believe you’re in the heart of a working industrial harbor. Created by the Elizabeth River Project thanks to donors like you, this 40-acre oasis is a living, on-going demonstration engaging all ages in what it means to restore healthy shores on the Elizabeth River. With your help, we’ll continue revitalization of the forest with native species. Members like you also make possible our popular education and volunteer programs, inspiring the City of Portsmouth to keep operating the site as the city’s 3rd largest public park.

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Family Nature Walks at Paradise Creek

Paradise Creek Nature Park 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Join us for a 1 mile walk along our nature trails. The walks are free but we ask you to register in advance.  Register here.

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Bird Watching Walk at Paradise Creek

Paradise Creek Nature Park 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Target age: 16 and above.  Free Event.  Please register in advance using the link. Join our Master Birder and observe some of the many birds that stop at our park. More than 165 species of Birds have been identified at Paradise Creek Nature Park! Bring your preferred binoculars or borrow some of ours!   James […]

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Guided Kayaking at Paradise Creek

Paradise Creek Nature Park 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Cost: $35 per person for ERP members, $45 per person for not-yet ERP members. Become an ERP member HERE! If you would like to attend this event but need financial assistance, please contact Larry Lapell, Park Operations Manager, llapell@elizabethriver.org. Target Age: 16 and above Bring: Hat, sunscreen, and reusable water bottle Elizabeth River Project staff will guide […]

$45.00

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Summer Solstice Celebration at Paradise Creek

Paradise Creek Nature Park 1141 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Since ancient times, summer solstice traditions have included gathering with family and friends to celebrate the return of light, sunlight, life, fertility, and the potential for a good harvest. And today, people worldwide still celebrate summer’s arrival, or midsummer, with outdoor feasts and festivities, including singing, dancing, musical performances or concerts, bonfires, and by enjoying […]