Northumberland County · Chesapeake Bay
Smith Point Beach
Small sandy public beach at the northernmost tip of Virginia's Northern Neck, where the Potomac empties into the Bay. Across the water from Point Lookout in Maryland. Largely unknown to non-locals and blissfully quiet.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 71°F water
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued april 18 at 3:22pm edt until april 19 at 7:00pm edt by nws wakefield va
Best for walking today
Small Craft Advisory issued April 18 at 3:22PM EDT until April 19 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:29 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 9:02 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 2:50 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 8:56 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
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.
Beach Info
Parking
Limited free parking.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Smith Point Rd, Reedville, VA 22539
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Smith Point Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Smith Point Beach from the National Weather Service.
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS