Rudee Park
Let's write the Rudee Park story, together.
About Rudee Park
Located at the southern end of the Virginia Beach resort, the 8-acre site was once part of the local system of beach dunes, maritime forest, and sand shoals broken by what is now Rudee Inlet.
One of the most beautiful and dynamic properties on the East Coast, locals and visitors immerse themselves in the open access and views to the Atlantic Ocean, inlet waterways, beaches, and coastal ecology.
Public importance of the site has grown over time, making Rudee Loop a premier destination for all the communities across the City of Virginia Beach.
Following decades of debate and public input, the City of Virginia Beach has committed to open public access and use of the site by creating a world-class public destination, Rudee Park.
Let’s write the Rudee Park story together.
What we Heard
With 4,066 respondents from across the City, 71% replied with public open space as the best use and attraction for the property, with park amenities a close second.
Hotel, resort, and residential development ranked among the lowest scoring uses for the Rudee Loop site.
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Public open space, recreate: 2,906
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Restrooms, showers, shade/seating, parking: 2,895
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Events, culture, nature: 1,841
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Play, games, activities: 1,630
Next Steps
Make Rudee Park a world-class destination with input from all the communities of Virginia Beach.
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October/November 2024: Public input & design collaboration.
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December 2024/January 2025: Present design options for public input.
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February/March 2025: Refine park design & present for public input.
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April/May 2025: Present final park design to community.
