Grafton Ponds represents Virginia's best remaining example of a coastal plain pond complex. The many ponds here were formed by dissolution of the underlying calcareous marine deposits of the Yorktown Formation. This wetland complex supports several rare plants and animals for Virginia including Harper's fimbristylis, pond spice, Mabee's salamander and barking treefrog.

VISITATION: 

This preserve is owned by the City of Newport News and the area is open for visitation. Please contact Newport News Parks for access information at (757) 886-7912.

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Zach Bradford
Chesapeake Bay Region Steward
Yorktown, Virginia  23692
Phone: (804) 225-2303
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