Chub Sandhill Natural Area Preserve

Chub Sandhill Natural Area Preserve is a protected area in Sussex County featuring low sandhills and riparian wetlands along the Nottoway River. The landscape supports diverse native plant communities adapted to these sandy conditions.

The area was established as a preserve to protect the natural sandhill ecosystems of the region. Prescribed fire management was introduced to maintain the balance of plant species in these habitats.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation maintains this Virginia preserve as part of the state's natural heritage protection program.

Access is provided through a designated parking area connected to walking trails and observation platforms throughout the site. Visitors should plan their trips during daylight hours to safely explore the marked routes.

The sandy woodlands harbor specialized plant species like sand post oak that have adapted to the dry soil conditions. These distinctive forest types contribute significantly to the ecological diversity of the area.