72°
Sunny
1%
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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Dares Beach Park
901 Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
A small Calvert County public beach — roughly 300 feet of soft sand on the Bay just north of Prince Frederick. Quiet, understated, and a welcome break from the more-known Bay beaches a few miles in either direction.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fossil hunting.
High nettle risk · 72°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 72. North wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 62. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 2224% probability — reconsider swimming
83 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
89 Fossils
80 Photo
Best for fossil hunting today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
N
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
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
11:26 PM
1.0 ft · in 2.1h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2224% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:43 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 12:57 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:57 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:26 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
0%
84
80°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
83°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
33
70°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
64
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
64
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
No dedicated lot — street parking near the entrance.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
901 Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Dares Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Dares Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Dares Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Dares Beach Park?
Entry to Dares Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Dares Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Dares Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Dares Beach Park?
Amenities at Dares Beach Park include restrooms, beach.
When is the water warmest at Dares Beach 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 Dares Beach Park located?
Dares Beach Park is in Calvert County, MD, at 901 Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS