What a wonderful spot to take kids! I had my 4 year old granddaughter this weekend and we decided to hang out at Trashmore. She practiced her skateboarding, we flew her kite then she ran herself ragged at the cool playground. Loved the fact that they have so many shade spots for people that don't want to be in the sun the entire time (that's me!). It was busy, fun, park was clean - definitely next time will be packing lunch and making it more of a day! read more

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I absolutely love to come here with the family to ride bikes or go for a walk. We have had picnics, flown kites, attended festivals and even watched the fireworks on the 4th of July! This local gem is always clean and I just happen to be blessed to always find a parking. I love coming here to walk my pup around the lake and get my steps in. read more

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This park is fun no matter the season or the weather. On the first day of the year, everyone is out running, walking, & the kids riding their new bikes! read more

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We had such a great time at the Hampton Roads Black Food Festival at Mount Trashmore last weekend! The event was free and open to the public and featured over 20 Black-owned vendors serving everything from BBQ, catfish and Jamaican food to flavored lemonades, snow cones, a variety of fruit and other items. The atmosphere was full of good energy and music, with people coming together to celebrate local chefs and entrepreneurs. There were VIP tickets for purchase as well, but there was plenty to enjoy without them. Mt. Trashmore is the perfect venue for festivals; it has ample parking, open space, shaded shelter areas with seating, and a huge playground for kids. Overall, it was pretty nice and I hope this becomes an annual event. The lines and wait times for food were pretty long but that's normal for events like these. If you're looking for something fun to do that support local businesses, keep an eye out for future events here, you won't be disappointed! read more

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As a recommendation from our friend, we were told to go here if we wanted to kill some time in Virginia Beach. The place is a huge work out spot for the community and a pretty popular hangout for kids. Huge hill with lots of playgrounds, it can get pretty busy on weekends. For those who are into just working out there's a huge climb to the top of the hill along with a path to run on. I would definitely recommend this park if you have little ones and you want to burn their energy out. There's plenty of free parking available. read more

Mount Trashmore, despite its name, is a beautiful park with a playground, a lot of grass area, and a dock to walk by the water. Hillside slides were a great addition to the Kid's Cove and a big hit with the kids. Overall it's a great park for a nice quiet place to walk/run/bike or have the kids burn off some energy. read more

Great evening to enjoy the cool summer breeze and get some exercise! We happened upon the Lantern Festival, so a bit crowded but wonderful weather to walk and enjoy this day! Highly recommend for family and friends to gather and just enjoy this blessed day!! read more

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Nice open Venue with plenty of choices from local Vegan Vendors. We tried the Philly Beef, Shrimp Pi'Boy, and Loaded Chicken Fries, each was plentifully good portions, flavorful, and Setved Hot! read more

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I've been to Mt. Trashmore for several events and to simply walk the track. It is a great outdoor space with options for everyone.

I was visiting Virginia Beach and had a few hours to spare. We went to Mount Trashmore Park where they were holding the Fil Fest USA event. It was just a few miles away from our hotel. What I liked about this park was how clean it was. The parking lot looked safe and clean, with plenty of spaces. The restrooms looked decent as well. There is a lake, Lake Trashmore, which was so peaceful. It was a bit gloomy when I was here but I still enjoyed looking out into the lake. There is a lot of space out here and plenty of paved walkways. There's a large hill if you have kids that enjoy rolling down them. Definitely a good place to get some steps in, have a picnic, walk your dog, or just look out into the lake. read more

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A beautiful park that accommodates everything from a jog/walk, flying kites, fishing, playing at the playgrounds, play dates, picnics, group workouts and so much more. I enjoy coming here a lot. It is humongous so you can get a really nice work out just buy walking around or even climbing up the many stairs to get to the top of the hill. There's a few playgrounds there. One for bigger kids and one for toddlers and smaller kids. The views are amazing and the atmosphere is very welcoming. There's restrooms and water fountains here as well. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Mt. Trashmore Park before! I've been coming here for well over 20 years. This is a wonderful park to go to when you have little ones since they have an awesome playpark with rubber mats. They have hundreds of gatherings here from 4th of July fireworks, concerts, movie nights, festivals, you name it, they have it. They keep it well-maintained and clean. No one can resist the mountain itself! You can walk the stairs or the hill. There's a skate park around the corner from the playground for those who enjoy that. This is a great family area to get some exercise by the loop around the park. They also have exercise activities everywhere. Wanna have a picnic? They have many areas for that. The restrooms are clean. There are plenty of parking spaces. Keep away from geese if you see them...they will come after you! read more

This park truly brings all Hampton Roads park lovers, young and old, romantics, nature lovers and health enthusiasts. With plenty of parking available, a playground, a beautiful lake with plenty of nearby benches to sit and enjoy the view, tables to spread out and enjoy outdoor meals, lots of exercise equipment built in, paths and walkways. It also has hilly terrain and steps, clean public restrooms and staff that are walking around ensuring the place is well kept. It even has a stage that has been the venue of plenty of events and festivals such as Ohanafest and Filipino festival and Water Lantern Festival. read more

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This park offers a lot and it is all good. Events all the time. Summer Carnival is a fun one for sure and the fireworks are a must see for the forth of July. We recently went for the Firefighter combat challenge. If you are looking for something to do. Look up events and go check it out. This park just like most are open from sunrise to sunset. Running and walking is an Easy 1.9 mile loop with lake views and lots of ducks and geese. For more of a work out they have workout stations and you can run up and down Mount Trashmore. They have stairs going up one side and down the other. That alone is a great workout They have the best playground I have ever seen. It is called Kids Cove. Plenty of easy parking in that area too. Don't forget your kite. Perfect place to fly kites. Just an added note. It is Dog, Kid, and Bike friendly. A little about this unique park. Mount Trashmore is 1 of 15 Landfills that has been turned into beautiful parks. This park was transformed from a pile of trash into a wonderful mountain in 1974 read more

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One man's trash is truly another man's treasure. This park is definitely a treasure. It is amazing and has everything you would want in a park and more. There is tons and tons of park over three large parking lots. The park spans 165 acres and features two man-made mountains that were created by compacting layers of solid waste and clean soil. The main mountain, Mount Trashmore, stands 60 feet high and 800 feet long. It is marked by a large replica of the Virginia State Seal. The smaller mountain, which is near the back of the park is called Encore Hill. I saw many people running up and down the hill working out. More power to them. There is a pull bar at the base of the hill to really get the blood pumping. There was also a lot of people just sitting on top of the hills, relaxing and enjoying the breeze. The park has an amazing and well paved running trail that weaves around the park's perimeter, around the lake, and through the mountains. You can run for as long or as little as you want. As if that was not enough, the park has a fitness trail with equipment placed along the trail that you can use to do different exercises. There is a very nice outdoor amphitheater here with grass seating. It is used to host festival, small concerts, and other performances. The park has a picturesque lake with benches placed around it to sit and a small pier to go out on. You will find some picnic shelters at this park. There are 3 large and 2 medium shelters with grills by the amphitheater along the lake.. Additionally, there are 6 small shelters that also have grills located in the front of the park between the lake and the small playground area. There are 2 awesome sand volleyball courts along the lake, by the large shelters, as well as 2 corn hole courts. As I mentioned there is small playground near the front of the park that has a medium sized jungle gym with slides and a swing set toddler and traditional swings. The other playground area located on the opposite side of Mount Trashmore is amazing. It is called Boardwalk Kids Cove Playground and spans 26,000 miles. It was built in 2010 and is in great shape. It consists of 3 distinct play areas built on a rubber surface. The first area is a giant jungle gym with a bunch of slides, elevated walkways, and climbers. It is awesome. Another area consists of traditional and toddler swings, in addition to a one-of-a-kind wheelchair swing. The third area is where you will find a variety of climbing structures. Kids Cove is complete with benches and picnic shelters that parents or caretakers can sit and watch their littles play. The area is fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and has a well needed restroom facility there. One last amenity that I would like to note is the park's skate park. It is a nice place to shred and could easily be a stand alone park. The park is approximately 24,000 square feet and welcomes skateboarders, inline skaters, and BMX bikers. Some of its equipment includes a two-level half-pipe of 5' and 6' heights and an attached quarter pipe a 5' spine, a 2.5' rollover with grind rails, and a variety of arced and straight grind rails and boxes. There is also a vert ramp located just outside the park. It is 13.5 feet tall and 40 feet wide, but was closed for extended maintenance while I was there. This is an awesome park and I spent a good half of a beautiful day here. It is a must see and is the ultimate destination park. There is something for everyone here. They have concessions (seasonal), restroom facilities, playgrounds, a lake, picnic area, workout structures and you can even rent equipment like badminton rackets, corn hole bags, footballs, frisbees, horseshoes, rubber playground balls, soccer balls, volleyballs, and wheelchairs from the park's office, for free with your driver's license or other form of government issued ID. read more

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Beautiful park. Spacious, lush and ready for all the community events. Picnic on the hill, or rent a picnic space with coverage from the sun. Enjoy live music, or take your weekly walk around the water. A great big place for kids to play. Adequate and clean restrooms, fully stocked, with child size toilets near the playground. Plenty of parking. Great place to gather, workout, or attend an event if you're lucky! read more

Pretty awesome park in the heart of Virginia Beach. Well . . . I guess it's not in the heart of Va Beach, but I grew around this part so I'll consider it the heart. ;) Although I no longer live in the area, I make a point to visit Mount Trashmore Park to run a few miles during my trips back home. Doing this brings me back to my high school's cross country meets that were held at Mt. Trashmore. This is the perfect place to have a nice walk or run and enjoy that Va. Beach fresh air. I personally like "attacking" the hills to get in some hill work to improve my running stamina. If running is not your thing, there are some play parks for the kiddies and a skateboard park for not-so-young kiddies. One small tip: Do NOT mess with the geese; they are kind of mean. Let them do their thing while you do your thing . . . there's enough park for both humans and waterfowl. read more

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Great place to take the dog and kids too. Tires them out real good. Family movie nights are always quieter after a trip to Mt. Trashmore read more

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I know I've reviewed this park before. I've been to several events here over the years. Charity walks and carnivals and work picnics, etc. I used to live very close so we'd sometimes come on weekends and walk our puppies here. This park is nice for walking with a clean walking path or running trail but doesn't provide much shade at all so you're roasting in direct sun the entire time. The namesake - the landfill that used to be here - serves as a huge mound people climb and fly kites from. There is also a small skate park adjacent. Plenty of parking and some covered pavilions for meetings and gathering are here as well. It's decent. Not my favorite park in the area but central and large and clean. read more

This was a brief stop on our trip to Virginia. And when I say brief, I mean we climbed to the top, looked around, and that was it. This spot is unique bc it's an old landfill and it's very hard to miss from the highway. If you're tourists like us, you want to check it out. There is ample parking here at no cost and the landfill has a few step options to the top. I'd suggest checking out the artistic steps on the side. I opted not to take pictures from the top. But you can see a nice little lake below and a large gazebo. The top offers some nice running paths (judging by the looks, maybe a quarter mile around). Other than that, there isn't much. We didn't make much time to check out the rest of the park. There were plenty of paths around the park though. If you're not coming here to get a workout in or exercise, and plan to just do the tourist thing, then you don't need more than 15 minutes of your time. While it's great they made something for the residents to use out of a landfill, this was just ho hum for me. read more

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Go fly a kite? Yes please! And this is your place!!!!! I have many fond memories of MT. Mom and I flew kites there and had an absolute blast! I attended at least one, maybe two versions of the annual X Games sporting events here which was super fun, also! As others have mentioned it's a great place to walk, or if you're super energetic, run the steps. Covered pavilions, clean restrooms, ample parking, and family friendly vibe make this a really nice park! read more

Pleasantly surprised! I had never been here before. I had no idea that there were 2 playgrounds, a skatepark, a little pier to walk by the water, and an entire trail to walk around the lake (with fitness equipment stops). We will surely be back. You could totally pack snacks and enjoy a few hours here with kids. There were a lot of people doing different things. Some were wearing PINK, looked as though they had a Cancer Walk going on; others were biking around, there were people in a group doing boxing, and families walking with kids. read more

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Relaxation = Saturday morning walks around Mount Trashmore Park! This park has a unique start...it was once a landfill that the city converted into a park. It is so freeing to be here...and the wind that blows is a gentle reminder there is beauty in being myself. #RatchetandRespectable I may recapture a few childhood memories and buy a kite this spring. Also, I can't wait to attend the annual Water Lantern Festival this year. "The main meaning for water lanterns is to send away the disasters and problems of life and to welcome happiness and peace instead." - Britannica read more

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I come to this location annually for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and it's always a great event. Parking can be a bit tricky for large events like this so come early if you're hoping to get a good parking spot. It's a nice paced by course I around the lake and the "mountain" or hill makes for some great views and kite flying. For my fitness enthusiast try the stairs- this seems to be a popular workout with the locals. read more

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If you are in Virginia Beach on a beautiful day and you don't feel like going to the beach, this park is a must! This is a park that is an absolute staple in the 757. You see children playing, people keeping up with their health by running around the lake and sprinting up the stairs. This place also holds community events which consists of live entertainment and endless amounts of talented vendors. This park just screams community and that's what it's all about. It truly embodies what a community really is. There's also a sense of peace and safety here. I love being able to take walks and go to the playground with my kid because it's so safe. Overall, I love this park. I love the location. I love everything about it, the views, the people, everything. read more

The geese are total a-holes, but the park is pretty awesome! There are two playgrounds, a skate park (an impressive half pipe) and a massive hill/mountain of trash covered by pretty looking grass with a paved path all around the water and hills. A nice loop! Restrooms are also available within certain hours of operation, and they are in way better shape than most park toilets I've seen! The steps up the hill are great to get your heart rate up and there's a decent view of your surroundings at the top for al your hard work. The hill also provides an option for elevation; great for training runs if you can't make it to the mountains. read more

Don't let your kids "pet" the geese. Or get anywhere near them. Seriously. I've seen some CLOSE calls. Geese are jerks. I love Mt Trashmore. I was lucky enough to live within walking distance for a few years and went for Fourth of July and for many training runs. It was always popular enough where you felt safe going alone. Lots of families and small groups. The hill is one of the only places for "elevation" training in the area besides bridges. It also gives a great view of Town Center across from 264. The lake is a good loop, but you can extend your walk/run around the mountain or around the other little hills. There is a skate park and the playground is one of the best in the city. They also built an amphitheater right before COVID- I imagine it's going to get a lot of use when it's safe to host large events again. It's a great place to spend the afternoon, but the available parking (usually) makes it convenient for a shorter visit as well. read more

Wonderful park. Walking around the park with my sister in law enjoying the fresh air. I was back to nature. There is a skateboard area, kid park, dogs are welcome, and geese are walking and swimming around. read more

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As a Virginia Beach Native going to Mount Trash more has always been one of my favorite things to do. They have something for everyone: walking trails, playgrounds, lake views,picnic shelters and of course a big mountain. Over the years this park has experienced its fair wear and tear and it's starting to show. Some of the base boards on the stairs are worn out and rotting. This park is dog friendly which is fun but it also means there is random piles of dog poo everywhere.The view from the top of the mountain is still one of my favorite places to just sit and relax. read more

This is my favorite park in Virginia Beach! Its HUGE; encompassing 165 acres of land! Plenty of open space for everyone to do whatever they like. There's a skate park, lots of joggers on the Perimeter Trail around the lake, groups playing football and frisbee, families having picnics and there are charcoal grills available for BBQ's! There's a stage that's available for city and community events. There's also multiple parking lots located around the park, so there's plenty of spots, even during busier weekends. One of my favorite things to do here is walk around the park playing Pokemon GO! LOL There's a huge local community for the game and it's very active throughout the year and Mount Trashmore is definitely one of the hotspots where people gather for special events! There's over a dozen PokeStops here, as well as, plenty of Poke Gyms to take over. This is especially true during raid hours (IYKYK) on Wednesday evenings, the gyms are conveniently spaced out in the park, so you could hit up a bunch within the hour long event. This park is one of the places I usually take out-of-town visitors too. Very clean and overall, very well maintained park and it's definitely one of my favorites to go and spend a few hours at. read more

I want to live closer to this park in real life! I do however work about 15 minutes from this park, I usually only have time to visit on non school days/evenings. But I love everything about this park. The park features events galore. From movie screenings for the family to hosting festivals for the family. I think it is safe to say this is a family friendly park. The park includes several play areas for the children. A walking/bike trail that extends at least two miles. The view is not bad either. There are several handfuls of shelters and grills located here. But I mainly come there to enjoy the great outdoors. I may walk/run the trail while my daughter and her friend(s) play at the park. Again the trail is pretty long, therefore if you have small children their little legs/feet may get tired. Plenty of parking. And if there is an event in which a large crowd is expected the park/city may consider providing shuttles. Some of the events I recommend that are usually held here annually: Children's Festival in April, Fourth of July fireworks and movie screenings for the family during the Spring/Summer months (once a month). I seriously doubt this park will disappoint. If you haven't visited, visit with a friend or go see it for yourself. Have fun and enjoy life :) read more

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I've never been here before but I've always driven past it and seen it from the highway. Due to the yelp adventure Bingo I took the opportunity to go. I'm so glad that I went because I thought it was pretty unique. We walked up the stairs to a large field at the top I don't know why but I felt it was pretty cool. There is also playgrounds and picnic areas below the stairs. There seems to be a lot of parking available around the park. It was very clean as well. This is definitely a great place to go if you're looking to just get away for an afternoon and have a picnic and throw a ball around with the kids or even fly a kite at the top like I saw other people doing. Of course I took the opportunity to roll down the hill instead of taking the stairs LOL read more

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This is Virginia Beach's go to park. There's a clean concrete pathway around the lake. There are several covered picnic areas for community gatherings. For those who want to save money from going to the gym, there are exercise apparatuses around the lake. read more

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This is one of those places that to me is fairly impossible not to like. Every town worth its salt should have some kind of a Central Park or a centralized meeting/kabitzing/socializing place that offers a wide array of activities (and with tax dollars it of course should be free) and a well thought out location. Along with that, a catchy or fun name always helps. For VA Beach, to me, this is it. - Crap tons of parking - Playgrounds - Volleyball - Skatepark - Fishing - Picnic pavilions - Walking trails - And a nice elevated view all on top of a pile of...trash. Whether you're here to Rocky run the steps to the top or throw some frisbee or watch your kids swing while you freeze in the middle of winter this place is hard to beat. If there is ever a next time for coming back to VA Beach stopping here will certainly be on my short list. read more

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This place will always hold a spot in my heart. I have been coming here since I was a little girl and now I get to enjoy taking my children here too! VB parks and rec do a great job maintaining this area. With several events held here year round, you can always count on a great visit. There are a few playgrounds to choose from including Kids Cove which is the largest. Enjoy great scenery here with a huge mile wide lake, lots of greenery and of course, the Mountain View! read more

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Super clean and well-maintained park with plenty of paved trails and walkways for biking, running, walking, etc. Home to a beautiful lake and plenty of wildlife to observe from a safe distance. Love the exercise stations along the walking trails and looking forward to seeing the playground back open for the kids! read more

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The park is beautiful and has a lot of exercise equipment along the road. They have bbq grills and shelters for rent, and one large playground and a small one. There are 2 things that I always want them to build tho, a dog park and basketball court. They got plenty of space so build them so yea, build them please! read more

Great way to spend a few hours if you want to get out and go for a walk or a run. Free parking and restrooms.

This was a great way to use an old city dump! It is a pretty park, with an almost 2 mile path around the lake. You can see for good distance from the top of the hill. read more

Mount Trashmore is a really nice spot to bring the family, especially if you have young kids. It was actually a fun bonus location that we added to our trip to Va Beach. A great place to picnic or exercise. It has a huge playground, and a skate park. The top of mount trash more overlooks a lake, and the whole area is great for taking photos. Don't let them name throw you off. My family had a lot of fun just exploring the area. read more

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