Northern Neck—Virginia
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Planning Tips
There are state park campgrounds at either end of the neck.
This destination is very close to other Maryland and Virginia itineraries. See the Travel Itinerary map.
Basic services and entertainment will be available in some of the larger towns like Warsaw, Kilmarnock or Montross. Major service requirements can be addressed Richmond or Fredericksburg.
Highlights
The “Northern Neck” is the northernmost of three peninsulas that is bordered in the north by the Potomac River and in the south by the Rappahannock River. This was one of the earliest areas explored and settled by the British. It was originally comprised primarily of large landholdings. Among these was George Washington’s boyhood home.
Today the Northern Neck is known for its many small towns dating back to colonial times. Its many miles of shoreline are filled with marinas and small beaches. The region is also well known for its seafood. Oysters and crabs are chief among the commercial catches.
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Kilmarnock Average Temperatures and Rainfall
