Lancaster County, VA · Chesapeake Bay

Belle Isle State Park

A 733-acre Virginia park on the Rappahannock River near its mouth at the Bay. Seven miles of shoreline, salt-marsh and forest trails, kayak rentals, fishing, and bayside camping. One of the quieter Virginia Bay parks.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

62°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 62. Northwest wind 6 to 12 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 39. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

Weather

62°F air — chilly for a beach day
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering

66 /100

good

64 Swim

58 Sunbathe

74 Walk

65 Fish

73 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

62°F

Clear

Wind

6 to 12 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

28 Good

Ozone · Hampton Roads

UV Peak

3 Moderate

Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

63°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

63°F

Cold

Water Quality

Clean

10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 3w ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:37 AM

Sunset

5:02 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
5:40 AM	Low	0.1 ft
11:52 AM	High	1.6 ft
6:18 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:12 AM	High	1.4 ft
6:21 AM	Low	0.1 ft
12:34 PM	High	1.6 ft
7:01 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:54 AM	High	1.3 ft
7:01 AM	Low	0.1 ft
1:14 PM	High	1.5 ft
7:43 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:36 AM	High	1.3 ft
7:41 AM	Low	0.2 ft
1:54 PM	High	1.5 ft
8:23 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:16 AM	High	1.3 ft
8:20 AM	Low	0.2 ft
2:34 PM	High	1.4 ft
9:04 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:57 AM	High	1.2 ft
9:01 AM	Low	0.2 ft
3:15 PM	High	1.4 ft
9:46 PM	Low	0.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:38 AM	High	1.2 ft
9:43 AM	Low	0.2 ft
3:58 PM	High	1.3 ft
10:30 PM	Low	0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8635750, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

62°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

63°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

64°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

68°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

67°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

62°

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

28%

Fri Nov 13

55°

Chance Rain Showers

32%

What to Bring Today

recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major

9:10 PM - 11:10 PM

Minor

4:40 AM - 5:40 AM

Major

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Minor

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Park lot.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash.

Entry Fee

$5/vehicle standard VA parking fee

Address

1632 Belle Isle Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503

Amenities

campingkayak rentalstrailsfishing pierrestrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Belle Isle State Park today?

Belle Isle State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Belle Isle State Park dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash.

Is there an entry fee at Belle Isle State Park?

$5/vehicle standard VA parking fee

Are there lifeguards at Belle Isle State Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Belle Isle State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Belle Isle State Park?

Amenities at Belle Isle State Park include camping, kayak rentals, trails, fishing pier, restrooms.

When is the water warmest at Belle Isle State Park?

The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Belle Isle State Park located?

Belle Isle State Park is in Lancaster County, VA, at 1632 Belle Isle Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503.