Eleven miles west of Williamsburg, York River State Park offers visitors an opportunity to experience the environment of a coastal estuary. This park is known for its rare and delicate environment, where freshwater and saltwater meet to create a habitat rich in marine and plant life. The main focus of the park is to preserve a portion of York River frontage and its related marshes while providing an area for passive day-use recreation for visitors. York River State Park served as a role model for all of Virginia's state parks in developing resource management plans. The park's natural resources make it a significant place for environmental education at all levels.
White Tail Trail is a 1.15-kilometer path through York River State Park featuring a unique coastal estuary environment where freshwater meets saltwater. The trail offers 42.92 meters of elevation change while showcasing diverse marine life, tidal marshes, and river views in a preserved natural setting that's perfect for environmental education and nature observation.