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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Cox's Point Park
550 Riverside Dr, Essex, MD 21221
A 20-acre Baltimore County park at the mouth of Back River in Essex, with small sandy shoreline, fishing pier, and pavilions. Back River water quality limits swimming appeal, but it's a solid spot for sunset views, crabbing, and a quick waterfront stroll.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 84°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 61. West wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
5 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
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
10:03 PM
1.0 ft · in 41m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:36 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 4:55 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:03 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
0%
75
93°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
96°
Mostly Sunny
6%
66
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
24
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
78
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
78
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
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
550 Riverside Dr, Essex, MD 21221
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Cox's Point Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Cox's Point Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Cox's Point Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Cox's Point Park?
Entry to Cox's Point Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cox's Point Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cox's Point Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cox's Point Park?
Amenities at Cox's Point Park include fishing pier, pavilions, playground, restrooms, picnic area, boat ramp nearby.
When is the water warmest at Cox's Point Park?
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 Cox's Point Park located?
Cox's Point Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 550 Riverside Dr, Essex, MD 21221.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS