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Virginia Beach County, VA · Chesapeake Bay
First Landing State Park
2500 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
1.5 miles of sandy Chesapeake Bay frontage at the spot where English colonists first landed in 1607. One of Virginia's most-visited state parks, with 200+ campsites, cabins, yurts, a visitor center, bike trails through cypress swamp, and dune-protected calm-water swimming. The Cape Henry Lighthouse sits next door.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 83°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 73. South wind 12 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 160% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
46 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 15 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:07 PM
2.6 ft · in 4.4h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
160% probability · York Spit buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 2mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:48 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:35 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 12:30 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:07 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
41
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
62%
22
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
50
81°
Sunny
3%
82
86°
Sunny
2%
82
91°
Sunny
7%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
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
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid park lot — $7/vehicle Bay side.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted on beach and trails.
Entry Fee
$7/vehicle (Bay side)
Address
2500 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at First Landing State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for First Landing State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is First Landing State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted on beach and trails.
Is there an entry fee at First Landing State Park?
$7/vehicle (Bay side)
Are there lifeguards at First Landing State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at First Landing State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at First Landing State Park?
Amenities at First Landing State Park include beach, camping, cabins, yurts, visitor center, trails, bike paths, boat launch.
When is the water warmest at First Landing 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 First Landing State Park located?
First Landing State Park is in Virginia Beach County, VA, at 2500 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS