Today's Best Fishing & Tide Times for
Colonial Heights, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Colonial Heights, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Colonial Heights, Virginia centers on the James and Appomattox Rivers, offering tidal largemouth bass, blue catfish, stripers and a mix of warmwater and anadromous species. From shore-access river bends to quiet backwaters and nearby lakes, anglers around Colonial Heights can target quality gamefish year-round with a wide range of techniques. read more...

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:46 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    67%
  • First Quarter Moon - 67% illuminated First Quarter Moon
Next Full Moon in ~6 days on 29th June
  • Distance to earth:
    394,857 km
    Proximity:
    25.4 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Colonial Heights
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • minor Time:
    12:30 am - 02:30 am
  • major Time:
    07:18 am - 09:18 am
  • minor Time:
    02:06 pm - 04:06 pm
  • major Time:
    07:49 pm - 09:49 pm
All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a First Quarter Moon at 67% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -2 hour and -47 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Tue, 23 Jun 18:01 • 37.268, -77.407

Tides Times for Fishing: Tue, 23 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 48 minutes.
Tide Graph
06:49 am 11:55 am 06:49 pm AM PM 2.92 ft 0.36 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
low 06:49 am 0.46 ft
high 11:55 am 2.92 ft
low 06:49 pm 0.36 ft
Tide Coefficient at 11:55 am is 98
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
low: , 0.43 ft
high: , 3.05 ft , Coeff: 106
low: , 0.3 ft
high: , 3.38 ft , Coeff: 126
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
low: , 0.46 ft
high: , 2.92 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 0.36 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waxing Gibbous moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
high: , 3.41 ft , Coeff: 128
low: , 0.46 ft
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 94
low: , 0.46 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waxing Gibbous moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
high: , 3.44 ft , Coeff: 130
low: , 0.43 ft
high: , 2.82 ft , Coeff: 92
low: , 0.49 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waxing Gibbous moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
high: , 3.44 ft , Coeff: 130
low: , 0.43 ft
high: , 2.82 ft , Coeff: 92
low: , 0.52 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waxing Gibbous moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
high: , 3.41 ft , Coeff: 128
low: , 0.39 ft
high: , 2.82 ft , Coeff: 92
low: , 0.56 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Full Moon moon phase
Full Moon
high: , 3.38 ft , Coeff: 126
low: , 0.39 ft
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 94
low: , 0.56 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Full Moon moon phase
Full Moon
high: , 3.35 ft , Coeff: 124
low: , 0.43 ft
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 94
low: , 0.56 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Colonial Heights

Colonial Heights, Virginia sits in a prime corridor where the tidal James and Appomattox Rivers meet, creating diverse fishing for bass, catfish, stripers, crappie and panfish. The mix of current seams, deep channels, flats and tributary mouths gives anglers options in every season, whether you launch a boat, kayak, or work the bank.

Seasonal patterns drive the bite. In early spring, water warming in the Appomattox’s backwaters and coves pulls in largemouth bass, crappie and sunfish. Target north-facing shorelines, wood laydowns and shallow eddies with small jigs, finesse worms and suspending jerkbaits. Shad and early striped bass runs come up the James around this period; small spoons, darts and shad jigs fished in mid-current draw strikes. As water temperatures climb into late spring and summer, the tidal swings become more important—fish edges of grass, riprap and docks on a moving tide for bass and white perch.

Summer nights and cool periods are prime time for blue and flathead catfish in the deep bends of both rivers. Look for sharp depth changes, outside bends and the downstream side of bridge pilings. Cut gizzard shad, live bluegill, or chicken-based baits on fish-finder rigs work well; anchor above the structure and let your baits rest just on the edge of the channel. During the day, shift to shade—bridge shadows, undercut banks and overhanging trees—where bass and panfish tuck out of the sun.

In fall, feeding activity ramps up along main-river flats and the mouths of creeks. Bass and stripers pin bait against riprap, points and shallow bars; this is the time to cover water with crankbaits, spinnerbaits and swimbaits. Crappie slide back to mid-depth brush piles and bridge pilings; vertical jig small tubes or minnows 8–15 feet down. Winter consolidates fish in the deepest nearby holes. Slowly presented jigs, blades and live bait shine when the water’s cold, especially in the Appomattox’s deeper stretches.

Habitat and access around Colonial Heights includes tidal river shorelines, rock-lined banks, marinas, bridge causeways and quiet backwaters off the main flow. Key features to target are:

  • Outside bends with visible current breaks or eddies
  • Riprap banks and bridge abutments for bass, stripers and panfish
  • Deep channel ledges for blue catfish
  • Creek mouths and small inlets, especially on a falling tide
  • Downed trees, brush and dock pilings for crappie and bluegill

Techniques and tactical tips revolve around reading the tide and current. Plan your bass and striper trips around the two hours bracketing peak current—both incoming and outgoing—and focus on ambush spots where moving water pushes bait past cover. For catfish, give each anchor spot 20–30 minutes; if you don’t get bit, move a short distance to a different depth or angle on the same structure. Use heavier sinkers in strong current to keep baits pinned, and step up leader strength around rocks and timber. Downsizing line and lure profiles helps in clear, low water, while stained conditions let you go heavier and brighter. By matching your tactics to the tide, season and structure, Colonial Heights’ stretch of the James and Appomattox can consistently produce quality fish.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Colonial Heights area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.

Beach Branch - 6.12766524399km

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.

Appomattox Small Boat Harbor - 3.00708126131km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Colonial Heights. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Lake View Dam - 1.73942758596km , Timsbury Creek - 2.48255498711km , Oldtown Creek - 2.89033878053km , Appomattox Small Boat Harbor - 3.00708126131km , Fleets Branch - 3.77087069019km , Halls Island - 3.79543940598km , Lieutenant Run - 3.82380786642km , Harrison Branch - 3.93012237957km , Brickhouse Run - 4.11376281198km , Swift Creek - 4.81382925826km , Rosemary Lane - 4.869704691km , Pye Alley - 4.97145371653km , Back Creek Island - 5.18173168666km , Cat Island - 5.32805849833km , Short Turn - 5.3466963377km , Gilliams Island - 5.38538703773km , Broad Street - 5.53850813031km , Rohoic Creek - 5.82657391172km , Beach Branch - 6.12766524399km , Long Swamp - 6.19108729624km , Sykes Lake Dam - 6.36110196282km , Soldiers Pond Dam - 6.5325100109km , Church Branch - 6.76246270632km , Ashton Creek - 6.97810529686km , Andrews Dam - 7.18581838563km , Wilcox Dam - 7.35034217264km , Cobbs Island - 7.42388165872km , Sunken Island - 7.52605428353km , Pells Dam - 7.60350634808km , Bullhill Run - 8.04218725794km , Rieves Dam - 8.89220187916km , Southerly Run - 8.95867736148km , Vaughn Dam - 9.57976010147km , Manchester Run - 10.04206120161km , Locust Branch - 10.50491704629km , Claytons Dam - 10.56193148767km , Lake Neda Dam - 10.95133650873km , Hanzliks Dam - 11.07171073371km , Licking Creek - 11.11207312369km , Bragan Dam - 11.18444342901km

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