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Lancaster County, VA · Chesapeake Bay
Belle Isle State Park
1632 Belle Isle Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503
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.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3629% probability — reconsider swimming
75 /100
great
54 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 7 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:12 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.5h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3629% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:45 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 5:12 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:39 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
94°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
39
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
65%
26
86°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
48
87°
Sunny
4%
86
92°
Sunny
2%
77
97°
Sunny
8%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°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
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Belle Isle State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Belle Isle State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS