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Poquoson

Virginia, United States · North America

About Poquoson

Poquoson is worth a stop: 20 minutes from East Hampton, 25km from Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel.

Poquoson is a town located in Virginia, United States. With a population of 12,059, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Poquoson sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Poquoson to your route.

About Poquoson

The Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge is a National Wildlife Refuge in Poquoson, Virginia, located on the southwestern corner of the Chesapeake Bay. The 3,501-acre (14.17 km2) refuge is located at about the midpoint of the Atlantic Flyway, and is one of four refuges that comprise the Eastern Virginia Rivers

Read more National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Prior to being transferred to the jurisdiction of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in 1972, the preserve's lands were owned by the United States Department of Defense and used as a bombing range. Due to the amount of unexploded ordnance that remains, only the 200-acre (0.81 km2) Cow Island portion of the refuge is open to the public.

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Where is Poquoson located?

Poquoson is located in Virginia, United States, North America. The coordinates are 37.1224 latitude, -76.3458 longitude.

What is the population of Poquoson?

Poquoson has a population of approximately 12,059 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
12,059
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Virginia
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
37.1224, -76.3458

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Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Poquoson

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel

A 17.6-mile engineering marvel carrying US-13 across the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, alternating between low bridges and two mile-long tunnels that dive beneath the shipping channels.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

European-themed amusement park in Virginia consistently rated among the world's most beautiful theme parks.

29 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Colonial Williamsburg

The world's largest living history museum, a meticulously restored 18th-century colonial capital with costumed interpreters and historic trades.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Poquoson

  • 25 kmChesapeake Bay Bridge–TunnelA 17.6-mile engineering marvel carrying US-13 across the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, alternating between low bridges and two mile-long tunnels that dive beneath the shipping channels.

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