Cherrystone Beach, VA
Sunrise to Sunset
145 miles
31
°F
1
24
mph
59
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~4Beach Alerts
High Wind Warning
High Wind Warning: Dangerous conditions from 4 PM-9 PM — beach activities not recommended (30mph)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 6 PM-9 PM — not ideal for kids (4.6ft waves)
About This Beach
Cherrystone Beach is a family-oriented beach located within a large campground on the Chesapeake Bay. It features calm, shallow water ideal for young children, and boasts beautiful sunsets. While the campground itself can get crowded, the beach offers a relaxing atmosphere for many visitors, who frequently return year after year.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
Kayaking
Beachgoers Reviews
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 12/14/2025, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 32° | 1 | 23 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 31° | 1 | 24 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 29° | 0 | 24 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 28° | 0 | 27 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 27° | 0 | 29 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 24° | 0 | 30 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 22° | 0 | 28 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 12/14/2025, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 44°F | 3.5 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -1.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 44°F | 3.7 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -1.4 ft |
| 17:00 | 44°F | 3.9 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -1.6 ft |
| 18:00 | 44°F | 4.2 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -2.0 ft |
| 19:00 | 44°F | 4.5 ft | 4s | → E | -2.5 ft |
| 20:00 | 44°F | 4.5 ft | 4s | → E | -2.9 ft |
| 21:00 | 44°F | 4.6 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -3.2 ft |