Crabby Critters

Location of Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Fishing Pier
Main Park Address: Kiptopeke State Park, 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA 23310.

When

Sept. 26, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Who wants to get a crash course in crabbing? Ever wondered what blue crabs like to eat, how they live, or what, exactly, "sponge crab" or "soft-shell crab" actually means? Come find out the answers as you gain the skills needed to catch, identify, and handle these amazing invertebrates at this catch-and-release program.

This program has a fee of $2 per participant, with donations contributing to bait and supplies for future programs. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Two blue crabs are caught in a net during a crabbing program.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $2/participant.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-331-2267
Email Address: kiptopeke@dcr.virginia.gov