85°
Mostly Sunny
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Cecil County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach)
Louisa Ln, Charlestown, MD 21914
A historic colonial-town waterfront park on the Northeast River with a small sandy beach, pier, and pavilion. Charlestown dates to 1742, and the walk through town afterward is half the point. Calm, shallow water near the top of the Bay is friendly for kids wading.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 2311% probability — reconsider swimming
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 12 mph
SW
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
3:39 PM
1.3 ft · in 58m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2311% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 8:12 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 3:39 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:58 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Cloudy
12%
79
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
17
85°
Partly Sunny
12%
86
86°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
89°
Mostly Sunny
9%
77
94°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
45
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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.
Major
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking near the park.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Louisa Ln, Charlestown, MD 21914
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach)?
Entry to Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach)?
Amenities at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) include pier, picnic pavilion, playground, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach)?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) located?
Louisa Lane Park (Charlestown Beach) is in Cecil County, MD, at Louisa Ln, Charlestown, MD 21914.
Nearby Beaches
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