Are ticks a problem in Virginia Beach?

There have been 37 tick reports near Virginia Beach, VA, with 0 bites and 37 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Virginia Beach?

The most commonly reported tick species in Virginia Beach include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Virginia Beach, VA

37 tick reports from the Virginia Beach, VA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Virginia Beach

Unidentified36 (97%)

Deer Tick1 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Virginia Beach

Ticks are active in Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 97% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days