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Newcomers to the Hampton Roads region can look forward to outdoor activities in thousands of acres of parkland and community recreational facilities. Camping, biking, hiking, horseback riding, sports leagues, tennis, and golf appeal to those who like to keep their feet firmly planted on the ground. Others will appreciate the world-class opportunities to indulge in every imaginable water sport from boating and water-skiing to parasailing. From private woodland paths to championship golf courses, this region is a natural paradise for adventure in the water, on the land, and in the air.

Major Stadiums & Arenas

Dick Price Stadium

Norfolk State University

700 Park Avenue

Norfolk 757-823-8152

www.nsu.edu/athletics

Named after a legendary football coach, this $15 million stadium with a 30,000 seating capacity offers a state-of-the-art facility with computerized timers, and an 8-lane polyurethane track.

Hampton Coliseum

1000 Coliseum Drive

Hampton 757-838-5650

www.hamptoncoliseum.org

One of the largest convention facilities in Virginia hosts a wide range of special events including sports competition.

Harbor Park Stadium

150 Park Avenue

Norfolk 757-664-6464

www.sevenvenues.com

Nestled on the Elizabeth River, 36-acre Harbor Park hosts NCAA baseball the Norfolk Tides baseball games. This 12,067 seat stadium includes numerous amenities and a 300-seat restaurant.

Ted Constant Convocation Center

Old Dominion University

4320 Hampton Boulevard

Norfolk 757-683-4444

www.odu.edu

Fans can see their favorite Old Dominion University teams play from comfortable seats that accommodate up to 8,600 enthusiastic spectators.

Norfolk Scope Arena

Brambleton Avenue

Norfolk 757-664-6464

www.sevenvenues.com

Seating up to 12,600, the arena is the proud home of the Norfolk Admirals of the AHL and Arena Racing USA.

Virginia Beach Sportsplex

2181 Landstown Road

Virginia Beach 757-430-9800

www.marinerssoccer.com

Offering a European soccer atmosphere, the stadium was built primarily for soccer but is also used for other field sports such as football, rugby, and lacrosse. The stadium is home to the Virginia Beach Mariners.

Spectator Sports

Norfolk Admirals

AHL Hockey

Games: Norfolk Scope

Norfolk 757-363-1900

www.norfolkadmirals.com

Norfolk Tides

AAA Baseball Team

Affiliate: New York Mets

Games: Harbor Park

Norfolk 757-622-2222

www.norfolktides.com

Virginia Beach Mariners

USL Soccer

Games: VB Sportsplex

2181 Landstown Road

Virginia Beach 757-430-9800

www.marinerssoccer.com

Collegiate Sports

Christopher Newport University

757-594-7880

www.cnu.edu/athletics

The College of William and Mary

757-221-3340

www.tribeathletics.com

Hampton University

757-728-6800

www.hamptonpirates.com

Norfolk State University

757-823-8152

www.nsu.edu/athletics

Old Dominion University

Norfolk 757-683-4444

www.odusports.com

Virginia Wesleyan College

757-455-3303

www.vwc.edu/athletics

Competitive Events

East Coast Surfing Championships

2nd Street Jetty

Virginia Beach 800-861-SURF

www.surfecsc.com

The world's top professional surfers and an estimated 400 amateurs "ride the curl at Virginia Beach in the nation's oldest surfing event.

Langley Speedway

3165 N. Armistead Avenue

Hampton 757-865-1100

www.langley-speedway.com

Enjoy the thrill of NASCAR/Winston Racing every Saturday night in a season that runs from April through October.

Rock N' Roll Half Marathon

Virginia Beach 800-822-3224

www.rnrhalf.com

More than 15,000 runners descend on the Virginia Beach oceanfront for this 13.1-mile foot and wheelchair race.

Active Sports Centers

City View Park

2073 Kempsville Road

Virginia Beach 757-479-0106

www.vbgov.com

Nearly 44 acres offer facilities such as state-of-the art lighted softball fields, one multi-purpose field, playgrounds, picnic shelters, basketball courts, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and walking trails.

Huntington Park & Tennis Center

9285 Warwick Boulevard

Newport News 757-886-7912

http://www2.ci.newport-news.va.us

This 60-acre park offers a public beach fronting the James River, a public boat ramp, and a tennis center.

Great Neck Recreation Center

2521 Shorehaven Drive

Virginia Beach 757-496-6766

www.vbgov.com

Nearly 84,000 square feet of facilities include a swimming pool, a gymnasium , a dance and aerobic studio, racquetball courts, bowling lanes, a weight room, a craft workshop, and a demonstration kitchen.

Tidewater Adventures Kayak EcoTours

110 W. Randall Avenue

Norfolk757-480-1999

www.tidewateradventures.com

Combine kayaking with the exploration of deserted beaches, natural wildlife refuges, isolated lakes and remote villages.

Norfolk Yacht Club

7001 Hampton Boulevard

Norfolk 757-423-4500

www.norfolkyacht.com

For more than 105 years, this country club has promoted an interest in yachting and boating, tennis, squash, swimming, and other sports.

Tidewater Ice

4016 D Portsmouth Boulevard

Chesapeake 866-266-9201

www.tidewaterice.com

Figure skaters and roller skaters will be able to find every accessory for their sport at this location or through online ordering.

US Field Hockey National Training Center

2181 Landstown Road

Virginia Beach 757-427-2106

www.vbgov.com

www.usfieldhockey.com

Two outdoor international certified hockey fields and two natural grass fields are home to the United States Women's Field Hockey National Team.

Golfing

Perfecting your back swing is easy in Hampton Roads, where lush greens are scattered throughout the region’s cities and countryside. Choose from affordable public fairways or the most challenging of private championship courses. The following are just a few of the public or semi-private golf courses that are available close to home.

Internet Resources

www.virginiagolf.com

www.olddominiongolf.com

www.golfguideusa.com

Public Golf Courses

Bow Creek Golf Course

3425 Clubhouse Road

Virginia Beach 757-431-3763

www.vbgov.com/parks

Cahoon Plantation

1501 Cedar Road

Chesapeake 757-436-2775