81°
Sunny
1%
84
Charles County, MD · Potomac River
Chapel Point State Park
Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677
An undeveloped 600-acre state park on the Port Tobacco River (a Potomac tributary) five miles south of La Plata. Natural sand boat launch, kayak launch, primitive paddle-in campsite by permit, fishing, and quiet shoreline. No developed swim beach or lifeguards.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 81°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. Northeast wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 57. West wind 1 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 2224% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
6 mph
NE
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2224% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:45 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:30 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 12:55 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:17 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
0%
84
91°
Sunny
0%
75
93°
Mostly Sunny
4%
74
88°
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
33
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
72
77°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
24%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Gravel lot near the boat launch.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Chapel Point State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Chapel Point State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Chapel Point State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Chapel Point State Park?
Entry to Chapel Point State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Chapel Point State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Chapel Point State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Chapel Point State Park?
Amenities at Chapel Point State Park include natural sand boat launch, kayak launch, paddle-in campsite, portable restrooms, picnic area, trails.
When is the water warmest at Chapel Point State Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Chapel Point State Park located?
Chapel Point State Park is in Charles County, MD, at Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS