Where to see Northern Cardinal in Virginia

We found 50 places featuring Northern Cardinal in Virginia. Plan your next visit below.

Park50 species

Virginia, US

Advance Mills

Albemarle County and Architectural Interest

You might spot Eastern Box Turtle and White-Tailed Deer.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal

Bird Watching and Boating

You might spot Cope's Gray Tree Frog and Basilica Orbweaver.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Brookfield Park

Park, Family Friendly, Hiking, Birdwatching, Wildlife Watching, Biking, Playground, Accessible, Nature Trails, Picnicking

You might spot Pharaoh Cicada, Lesser Celandine, and Eastern Box Turtle.

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Virginia, US

Burke Lake Park

Biking and Camping

You might spot Great Blue Heron and Canada Goose.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Chandon Park

Casual Wildlife Observation and Dog Friendly

You might spot White-Tailed Deer and House Sparrow.

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Park6 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Chantilly Park

Accessible and Bird Watching

You might spot Spotted Lanternfly and Northern Cardinal.

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Dead Run Stream Valley Park place preview

Park18 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Dead Run Stream Valley Park

Hiking, Nature Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Birdwatching, Waterfalls, Stream, Family Friendly, Trail Running

You might spot Virginia Bluebells and Virginia Springbeauty.

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Virginia, US

Eakin Community Park

Hiking, Biking, Wildlife Watching, Family Friendly, Nature Trails, Dog Friendly, Playgrounds, Picnic Areas, Accessible.

You might spot Northern Cardinal and Eastern Gray Squirrel.

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Folly Lick Stream Valley Park place preview

Park15 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Folly Lick Stream Valley Park

#birdwatching and #dogfriendly

You might spot Asian Lady Beetle and Eastern Tiger Swallowtail.

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Park50 species

Virginia, US

Fort Monroe National Monument

"historical Landmark", "birdwatching", "coastal Views", "family Friendly", "nature Trails", "wildlife Viewing", "civil War History", "wheelchair Accessible"

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel, Duck, and Northern Mockingbird.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Gloucester Downtown Historic District

American Revolution and Architecture

You might spot Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Fowler's Toad, and Monarch.

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Park11 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Grist Mill Park

"park", "hiking", "walking", "dog Friendly", "playground", "sports", "wildlife Viewing", "concerts", "family Friendly", "nature Trails"

You might spot American Bullfrog, Snapping Turtle, and Great Blue Heron.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Hooes Road Park

Nature, Walking, Running, Cycling, Sports, Family Friendly, Playground, Birdwatching, Picnic, Pickleball

You might spot American Toad and Lesser Celandine.

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Park3 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Jefferson District Park

Family Friendly, Sports, Golf, Mini Golf, Trails, Walking, Running, Wildlife Viewing, Picnic Area, Playground, Accessible.

You might spot Northern Cardinal and Eastern Gray Squirrel.

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Park5 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Kent Gardens Park

Bird Watching and Family Friendly

You might spot American Robin, Red Fox, and Northern Cardinal.

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Park15 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Kirk Park

Birdwatching, Hiking, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Beach, Lake Michigan, Dunes, Accessible, Nature Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Picnicking, Wildlife Viewing, Scenic Views.

You might spot American Bullfrog, Snapping Turtle, and Great Blue Heron.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Lake Fairfax Park

Hiking, Biking, Camping, Family Friendly, Birdwatching, Boating, Water Park, Wildlife, Nature Trails, Picnic Areas.

You might spot White-Tailed Deer and Eastern Gray Squirrel.

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Park6 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Leewood Park

Park, Trails, Walking, Running, Nature, Wildlife Friendly, Family Friendly, Fairfax County

You might spot Lesser Celandine, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, and Mayapple.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Loisdale Park

"community Park", "soccer", "dog Friendly", "walking Trails", "wildlife Viewing", "family Friendly", "accessible", "outdoor Recreation"

You might spot Eastern Box Turtle and Redbreast Sunfish.

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Park3 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Manchester

Cultural Heritage and Cycling

You might spot Canada Goose, Duck, and Great Blue Heron.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Popes Head Park

Hiking, Nature, Wildlife, Birdwatching, History, Interpretive Trail, Wetlands, Woodlands, Family Friendly, Scenic Views

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel and Spotted Lanternfly.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Ridgeview Park

Hiking, Family Friendly, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Sports Facilities, Picnic Area, Dog Friendly, Nature Trails

You might spot American Bullfrog, Great Blue Heron, and Snapping Turtle.

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Park5 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Royal Lake Park

Park, Lake, Walking Trails, Nature, Wildlife, Family Friendly, Fishing, Birdwatching, Hiking, Outdoor Concerts.

You might spot Canada Goose, Eastern Gray Squirrel, and Great Blue Heron.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

The Fan

Arts & Culture and Foodie Destination

You might spot Duck, Canada Goose, and Red Deadnettle.

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Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park place preview

Park3 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park

Hiking, Cycling, Equestrian, Family Friendly, Wildlife Viewing, Paved Trail, Historical, Accessible

You might spot White-Tailed Deer and House Sparrow.

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Park3 sightings50 species

Virginia, US

Williamsburg Manor Park

Nature, Wildlife, Birdwatching, Hiking, Family Friendly, Photography, Tranquil, Outdoor Recreation

You might spot American Bullfrog, Snapping Turtle, and Great Blue Heron.

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Zoo1 sightings14 species

Virginia, US

Mill Mountain Zoo

Animal Encounters and Educational

You might spot Snow Leopard, Red Panda, and Canis Lupus Rufus.

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Zoo1 sightings13 species

Virginia, US

Virginia Zoological Park

Family Friendly and Norfolk Attraction

You might spot Tiger, Giraffes, and White Rhinoceros.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Arlington Heights Historic District

Architecture and Colonial Revival

You might spot Spotted Lanternfly, Asian Lady Beetle, and Duck.

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Park7 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Arrowhead Park

Family Friendly and Fishing

You might spot Red Maple, Spotted Lanternfly, and House Sparrow.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Aurora Highlands Historic District

Architecture and Arlington Va

You might spot Spotted Lanternfly, Duck, and Asian Lady Beetle.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Blacksburg Historic District

College Town and Cultural Heritage

You might spot Eastern Red-Backed Salamander, Duck, and Northern Cardinal.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Blackstone Historic District

Antique Shopping and Colonial Revival

You might spot White-Tailed Deer and Spotted Salamander.

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Park3 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Burke Station Park

Bird Watching and Easy Hiking

You might spot Pharaoh Cicada and Asian Lady Beetle.

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Zoo1 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Animal Encounters and Conservation

You might spot Clydesdale Horse, Highland Cattle, and Sheep.

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City of Fairfax Historic District place preview

Park12 species

Virginia, US

City of Fairfax Historic District

Architectural Heritage and Civil War History

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel, Northern Cardinal, and Red Fox.

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Park4 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Clarks Crossing Park

Hiking, Biking, Wildlife Viewing, Nature Trails, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Fairfax County Parks, W&od Trail Access

You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Northern Cardinal, and Red Fox.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Colonial Williamsburg

18th Century and American Revolution

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel and Northern Cardinal.

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Park16 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Birdwatching, Family Friendly, Historical Site, Nature Trails, Educational, Picnic Areas

You might spot Mayapple, Northern Cardinal, and Multiflora Rose.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Fincastle Historic District

American Architecture and Antebellum Churches

You might spot Eastern Box Turtle, Horned Lark, and Amur Honeysuckle.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Fort Hunt

Biking Paths and Family Friendly

You might spot Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Bald Eagle, and Common Pawpaw.

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Park1 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Ghent

Architecture and Cultural

You might spot Yellow-Crowned Night Heron, Monarch, and Peregrine Falcon.

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Park12 species

Virginia, US

Green Spring Gardens Park

Botanical Garden and Dog Friendly

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Eastern Gray Squirrel.

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Hanover County Courthouse Historic District place preview

Park2 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Hanover County Courthouse Historic District

American History and Architectural Landmark

You might spot Trifoliate Orange and Northern Cricket Frog.

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Park2 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Hideaway Park

Dog Friendly and Fairfax Va

You might spot Lesser Celandine, Amur Honeysuckle, and White-Tailed Deer.

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Park1 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

James River and Kanawha Canal

Accessible Trails and Canal Locks

You might spot Canada Goose, Duck, and Red Deadnettle.

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Park1 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Jamestown Exposition

Architecture and Cultural Exhibits

You might spot Yellow-Crowned Night Heron, Laughing Gull, and Royal Tern.

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Park1 sightings12 species

Virginia, US

Leesburg Historic District

Architecture and Boutique Shopping

You might spot Eastern Spadefoot, Virginia Saxifrage, and Common Pawpaw.

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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden place preview

Park12 species

Virginia, US

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden and Children's Garden

You might spot Common Five-Lined Skink and Eastern Carpenter Bee.

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Meadowlark Botanical Gardens place preview

Park12 species

Virginia, US

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Bird Watching and Botanical Garden

You might spot Pond Slider and Eastern Tiger Swallowtail.

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Northern Cardinal

May 17, 2026

Norfolk Botanical Garden

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Northern Cardinal

Apr 26, 2026

Scottsville Historic District

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Northern Cardinal

Jun 20, 2026

Brookfield Park

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