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mcc272
Explorer
Apr 04, 2020

Eastern Shore of Virginia Welcome Center

We have a potentially urgent medical problem developing that may necessitate a trip to Connecticut for diagnosis and treatment in mid-May. We would be completely self contained on the way north with no need to use restrooms and with a truck with a large tank so minimal fuel stops. Some of the places we normally stop are still open. Does anyone know if the Eastern Shore of Virginia Welcome Center at the northern end of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel in Cape Charles, VA is still allowing overnight parking? I was unable to reach them by phone.
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  • mcc272's avatar
    mcc272
    Explorer
    Apr 05, 2020
    Thanks. That is extremely helpful, especially knowing that there are alternatives if they have it barricaded.
  • Veebyes's avatar
    Veebyes
    Explorer II
    Apr 05, 2020
    I don't recall if there is a barrier gate at the entrance, street view might show that, but the parking area is HUGE to accommodate vehicles whenever the CBBT is closed.

    I would not sweat it. There are Walmarts up along rt13.
  • mcc272's avatar
    mcc272
    Explorer
    Apr 05, 2020
    Thanks. I had seen that re the VDOT situation. I am pretty sure that the Eastern Shore of Virginia Welcome Center is not a VDOT facility.
  • Merrykalia's avatar
    Merrykalia
    Explorer
    Apr 05, 2020
    As of right now, all 43 Virginia rest areas are open. As you know, things change every day and sometimes several times a day. Who knows what will be happening in May.

    You can keep abreast to all of Virginia's changes in roads, rest areas, toll booths, etc. here:

    VDOT news

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