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Planning your next fishing trip in Hopewell, United States ? Today is a good 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 Hopewell, Virginia centers on the rich tidal confluence of the James and Appomattox rivers, offering anglers a mix of freshwater and brackish species within minutes of town. From trophy blue catfish in the James River to striped bass, largemouth bass, and panfish in nearby creeks, Hopewell provides year‑round fishing opportunities for boaters and bank anglers alike. 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:
    17%
  • Waxing Crescent - 17% illuminated Waxing Crescent
Next Full Moon in ~11 days on 29th June
  • Distance to earth:
    371,759 km
    Proximity:
    79.7 %
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 Hopewell
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
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:
  • major Time:
    03:08 am - 05:08 am
  • minor Time:
    08:40 am - 10:40 am
  • major Time:
    03:44 pm - 05:44 pm
  • minor Time:
    10:49 pm - 12:49 am
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 Waxing Crescent at 17% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a good day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Currently we have a major fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -7 hour and -45 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Thu, 18 Jun 16:03 • 37.304, -77.287

Tides Times for Fishing: Thu, 18 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is rising and the next high tide is in 3 hours and 33 minutes.
Tide Graph
01:27 am 06:55 am 02:14 pm 07:36 pm AM PM 3.64 ft 0.03 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
Times
Tide Time Height
low 01:27 am 0.2 ft
high 06:55 am 3.64 ft
low 02:14 pm 0.03 ft
high 07:36 pm 3.28 ft
Tide Coefficient at 06:55 am is 142
Tide Coefficient at 07:36 pm is 120
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: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 0.2 ft
high: , 3.77 ft , Coeff: 150
low: , -0 ft
high: , 3.25 ft , Coeff: 118
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 0.2 ft
high: , 3.64 ft , Coeff: 142
low: , 0.03 ft
high: , 3.28 ft , Coeff: 120
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 0.23 ft
high: , 3.51 ft , Coeff: 134
low: , 0.07 ft
high: , 3.31 ft , Coeff: 122
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
low: , 0.3 ft
high: , 3.35 ft , Coeff: 124
low: , 0.13 ft
high: , 3.31 ft , Coeff: 122
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First Quarter Moon
low: , 0.36 ft
high: , 3.18 ft , Coeff: 114
low: , 0.2 ft
high: , 3.35 ft , Coeff: 124
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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: 		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
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Hopewell

Hopewell, Virginia sits on one of the Mid‑Atlantic’s most productive pieces of water: the tidal James River right where it merges with the Appomattox. This junction builds current seams, ledges, and bait funnels that hold everything from trophy blue catfish to spring shad and migratory striped bass. The mix of freshwater and brackish influences means anglers can pattern fish year‑round, shifting tactics with the tides and seasons.

Seasonal movements are predictable around Hopewell. Late winter through early spring is prime time for giant blue catfish as they stack on deep outside bends, drop‑offs below points, and channel ledges; water in the mid‑40s to low‑50s is the sweet spot. As spring progresses, shad runs surge upriver, followed by stripers pushing into the tidal James. Summer heat pushes most species to deeper holes during the day, with stronger bites at dawn, dusk, and at night on moving tides. Fall cool‑downs pull baitfish to mid‑depth flats and creek mouths, concentrating bass, cats, and panfish until winter sends them back to deeper wintering areas.

Key habitat around Hopewell includes the main James River channel, the confluence with the Appomattox, adjacent feeder creeks, and scattered backwater sloughs. Look for current breaks created by wing dams, bridge pilings, and sharp river bends. On the Appomattox side, softer currents, laydowns, and riprap banks favor bass, crappie, and sunfish. Deeper mid‑river holes and ledges in the James are classic blue and flathead catfish water, while shallower sand and mud flats bordering the channel hold white perch, panfish, and feeding stripers on moving tides.

Catfish are the headline draw in Hopewell. For big blues, anchor or slow‑drift along channel edges in 20–40 feet, positioning baits right on the break. Cut gizzard shad, white perch, and menhaden on 8/0–10/0 circle hooks, fished on fish‑finder or Santee rigs with enough weight to hold bottom in strong tide. Use heavy gear: 30–50 lb mono or 50–80 lb braid and abrasion‑resistant leaders. For eater‑size channel cats, downsize to 3/0–5/0 hooks and soak cut bait, shrimp, or nightcrawlers along inside bends and eddies.

Striped bass and shad fishing peaks in spring. Focus on current seams below shoals and at the Appomattox confluence. For shad, small brightly colored shad darts, spoons, and curly‑tail grubs on light spinning tackle work best, often fished in tandem rigs to probe different depths. For stripers, throw 3–5 inch soft plastics on jigheads, shallow‑running crankbaits, or jerkbaits across points and rips on a flooding or ebbing tide. At low light, topwater walkers and poppers can draw explosive strikes along riprap and over shallow bars.

Largemouth bass, crappie, and panfish thrive in quieter side waters. Target bass around wood, grass edges, and docks in the Appomattox and protected coves; Texas‑rigged plastics, spinnerbaits, and squarebill crankbaits all produce. Crappie congregate around bridge pilings, brush, and marina structure; 1/16–1/8 oz jigs tipped with small plastics or minnows are reliable. Bluegill and other sunfish are easy targets along riprap and laydowns with small worms, crickets, or micro‑jigs under a float—perfect for shore anglers and families.

Success around Hopewell hinges on reading tide, current, and structure together. Plan trips around major tidal swings, position upcurrent of prime cover or ledges, and adjust depth constantly until you contact fish. Heavy main‑river current often calls for bigger baits and sinkers, while side creeks and eddies reward finesse. By matching tactics to the James and Appomattox’s shifting flows, anglers can tap into one of Virginia’s most consistent multi‑species fisheries right out of Hopewell.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Hopewell area

Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 3 wharf(s) in this area.

Kimmages Wharf - 8.24146808147km , Picketts Wharf - 9.09332841062km , Curles Neck Mansion Wharf - 9.58925350279km

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 2 main harbours in this area.

Jordan Point Marina - 5.90014766375km, Appomattox Small Boat Harbor - 9.34115581359km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Hopewell. 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.

Poythress Run - 1.57859036074km , Appomattox River - 2.09164661742km , Shand Creek - 2.68316796351km , Bullhill Run - 3.34034007035km , Manchester Run - 3.65907123628km , Shirley Hole - 3.92224694435km , Eppes Island - 4.00444821001km , Southerly Run - 5.10991269704km , Sunken Island - 5.29592960694km , Cobbs Island - 5.61804306864km , Jordan Point Marina - 5.90014766375km , Ashton Creek - 6.1824872169km , Back Creek Island - 6.40093085999km , Bickers Creek - 6.41184272189km , Billy Creek - 6.43663210183km , Short Turn - 6.45017943704km , Pye Alley - 6.50567012453km , Gilliams Island - 6.52858634562km , Broad Street - 6.62885783113km , Curles Neck Swamp - 6.71340296893km , Cat Island - 6.92393435201km , Rosemary Lane - 7.0190978161km , Turkey Island - 7.20285947869km , Swift Creek - 7.24501412613km , Jenny Creek - 7.27833510881km , Harrison Branch - 7.56156696653km , Halls Island - 7.62190889947km , Presque Isle Swamp - 7.6666280708km , Charles Lake Dam - 7.85387349483km , Chappell Creek - 7.85650150382km , Curles Creek - 7.90326734322km , Kimages Creek - 8.10717983692km , Kimmages Wharf - 8.24146808147km , Picketts Wharf - 9.09332841062km , Turkey Island Creek - 9.26670936042km , Appomattox Small Boat Harbor - 9.34115581359km , Timsbury Creek - 9.38614361966km , Curles Neck Mansion Wharf - 9.58925350279km , Oldtown Creek - 9.8293478015km , Harrison Dam - 9.99281866648km

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