Wallops Island is a tiny island found off the coast of Chincoteague. This area is famous for its wild ponies and coastal charm, but fewer people realize it’s also an important location for NASA. The island itself is home to a museum that outlines past, present, and future space ventures. It also features a launch pad that sends rockets into space. When you check in to the visitor’s center, you’ll be perfectly positioned just four miles from the launch area. Here’s more about this incredible attraction.

Welcome to Wallops Island, a scenic six-square-mile barrier island off the coast of Virginia. This rather unsuspecting area is home to NASA's Wallops Flight Facility.
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According to NASA, the unique geographic location of Wallops Island is ideal for "supporting satellite tracking and commanding."
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The Visitor's Center also doubles as a museum where visitors and space enthusiasts can learn about missions, orbital rockets, and scientific balloons.
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Visitors of all ages will learn something new as they explore the engaging exhibits at the space facility.
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One of the most exciting experience on Wallops Island is the opportunity to witness a rocket launching into space.
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Sounding rocket launches require that visitors arrive at least 30 minutes prior to launch. Viewers can stand in the visitors center or the observation deck.
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Throughout the year, Wallops Island also offers interactive programs for those interested in in-depth stargazing, rockets, and other exciting topics.
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The Flight Facility can be found along Route 175, Chincoteague Road, Wallops Island, VA 23337. Have you visited the NASA Wallop’s Flight Facility Visitor’s Center before? If so, we’d love to hear all about it! For more information about how you can view a rocket launch, be sure to visit the official NASA website by clicking here.

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