Salt Marsh

The Brownsville Preserve, located at 11332 Brownsville Road in Nassawadox, Virginia, serves as the headquarters for The Nature Conservancy’s Volgenau Virginia Coast Reserve. This 1,250-acre preserve offers visitors the opportunity to explore a variety of habitats, including wooded uplands, tidal marshes, and retired agricultural fields.

A highlight of the preserve is the William B. Cummings Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 3.5-mile round-trip hike that features:

•Wooded uplands

•Meadows

•Ponds

•Salt marshes

•An observation platform overlooking the marsh

The trail is relatively flat, making it accessible for most hikers. Visitors can enjoy expansive marsh views and a variety of wildlife along the way.

The preserve is open daily from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset, except during deer hunting season (typically from October through early January), when access may be restricted. It’s advisable to check current access conditions before planning your visit.

For more information, including trail maps and self-guided tour options, visit The Nature Conservancy’s official page for Brownsville Preserve.

 

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