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Great Neck Lake

Virginia Beach, Virginia · Lake

Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and other areas.

  • A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and other areas. — NWS Wakefield VA
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.