Newport News County, VA · Chesapeake Bay

Hilton Pier Park

A small Newport News city park on the east bank of the James River in historic Hilton Village. Small sandy shoreline and a James River fishing pier (currently closed pending repairs — check city status before visiting). Primarily a neighborhood waterfront more than a destination swim beach.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

6.6ft waves · 62°F air · 70°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

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

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 45. Northwest wind around 12 mph.

Weather

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

Water

70°F water — swimmable, refreshing

Safety

6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only

54 /100

44 Swim

58 Sunbathe

74 Walk

40 Fish

73 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.6 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8638610 · Observed 1.00 ft · Predicted 0.43 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

62°F

Clear

Wind

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

64°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

70°F

Refreshing

Next High Tide

7:43 PM

2.5 ft · in 1.2h

Water Quality

No recent sample

Last reading 6w ago: above threshold

USGS · not a current condition

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

5:03 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:05 AM	Low	0.2 ft
7:32 AM	High	3.1 ft
1:54 PM	Low	0.3 ft
7:43 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:47 AM	Low	0.2 ft
8:13 AM	High	3.1 ft
2:38 PM	Low	0.3 ft
8:25 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:27 AM	Low	0.2 ft
8:51 AM	High	3.1 ft
3:18 PM	Low	0.3 ft
9:04 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:04 AM	Low	0.2 ft
9:27 AM	High	3.0 ft
3:55 PM	Low	0.3 ft
9:42 PM	High	2.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:39 AM	Low	0.3 ft
10:03 AM	High	2.9 ft
4:32 PM	Low	0.4 ft
10:20 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:13 AM	Low	0.4 ft
10:41 AM	High	2.8 ft
5:10 PM	Low	0.5 ft
11:01 PM	High	2.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:50 AM	Low	0.5 ft
11:20 AM	High	2.7 ft
5:51 PM	Low	0.5 ft
11:44 PM	High	2.1 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8638610, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

62°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

64°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

65°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

68°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

66°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

64°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

18%

Fri Nov 13

57°

Chance Rain Showers

27%

What to Bring Today

Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.

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

Free street and lot parking in Hilton Village.

Dogs

Leashed dogs permitted.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

225 River Rd, Newport News, VA 23601

Amenities

small beachfishing pier (closed for repairs)ravine parkwalkable village

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Hilton Pier Park today?

Hilton Pier 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 Hilton Pier Park dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs permitted.

Is there an entry fee at Hilton Pier Park?

Entry to Hilton Pier Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Hilton Pier Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Hilton Pier Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Hilton Pier Park?

Amenities at Hilton Pier Park include small beach, fishing pier (closed for repairs), ravine park, walkable village.

When is the water warmest at Hilton Pier 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 Hilton Pier Park located?

Hilton Pier Park is in Newport News County, VA, at 225 River Rd, Newport News, VA 23601.