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    Jamestown Beach

    Jamestown Beach Event Park, Scotland, VirginiaRiver on James RiverSwimming permitted

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    Public river beach with swimming, restrooms, picnic areas and no lifeguard.

    Water
    River, James River
    Entry
    No entry fee; parking fees apply to non-residents during Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
    Swim hours
    Daily, 8 a.m. to sunset.
    Facilities
    Restrooms, outdoor rinse stations, picnic areas, observation pier
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard
    Dogs
    Dogs on leads no longer than 8 feet, except in the designated off-leash area; dogs may be off-leash in the water if obedient and not wandering along the beach.
    Managed by
    James City County

    Getting there

    2205 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185.

    37.2250, -76.7890

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    Know before you go

    • Swim only during park operating hours.
    • Stay close to shore and a safe distance from boaters.
    • Do not swim alone.
    • Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 16 or older.

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    Questions about Jamestown Beach

    Can you swim at Jamestown Beach?

    Yes. Swimming is permitted in the river during park operating hours, at your own risk. No lifeguard is on duty.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Jamestown Beach?

    No entry fee; parking fees apply to non-residents during Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

    Are dogs allowed at Jamestown Beach?

    Dogs on leads no longer than 8 feet, except in the designated off-leash area; dogs may be off-leash in the water if obedient and not wandering along the beach.

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