Located on the shores of the Potomac River, Colonial Beach is home to the second largest beach in Virginia.

Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce’s 2018 #BoatToTheBeach campaign showcases the Town’s 10 marinas and Virginia’s second largest sand beach, only 35 miles from the Chesapeake Bay and 65 miles from Washington DC and Richmond.

Discover the natural beauty of Colonial Beach. Walk, run, bike, boat or kayak to relax, unwind and appreciate breathtaking sunrises and sunsets; softly crashing waves; babbling creeks and gentle calls of native birds.

Whether you are planning a tranquil, nostalgic beach retreat or a getaway packed with activities, Colonial Beach fits every vacation style. Spend your days lounging on the beach, paddling around the bay and living like a local. Or choose CBVA as an affordable base for day trips to attractions in Northern Neck, Westmoreland County, and Washington DC or Richmond, only 65 miles away.