Near Kiptopeke in Northampton County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Chesapeake Bay
Kiptopeke State Park
Photographed by Don Morfe, September 21, 2016
1. Chesapeake Bay Marker
The Chesapeake Bay, vital to the survival of many species of shorebirds and birds of prey, provides fish, mollusks, and crabs as well as a variety of nesting habitats along the Eastern Shore. Many of these birds can be seen gliding along the hulls of the concrete ships searching for food and a resting place.
Oyster lay thick as stones
Poor water quality in the Chesapeake Bay, caused by pollutants in stormwater run-off is causing problems for many species, particularly oysters. John Smith, during his 1608 exploration of the Bay wrote, Oyster lay thick as stones. Oyster farming, protected areas, and conservation education are part of a multi-faceted plan to restore the Chesapeake Bay to its pristine natural state.
You can help
Use native plants for landscaping and avoid over use of fertilizers
Pick up and properly dispose of pet waste and litter
Allow stormwater to percolate, use paving stones or gravel instead of asphalt
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1608.
Location. 37° 10.056′ N,
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Regionally, this marker is on the Eastern Shore. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, on the Delmarva Peninsula, and in the Tidewater. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: The Dunes (here, next to this marker); Farm to Market (here, next to this marker); Maritime Highway (here, next to this marker); A Good Start (about 700 feet away, measured in a
Photographed by Don Morfe, September 21, 2016
2. Chesapeake Bay Marker
Photographed by Don Morfe, September 21, 2016
3. The entrance to Kiptopeke State Park
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation entry
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 12, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 488 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 12, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
