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Anne Arundel County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Downs Park
8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122
A 236-acre park on the Bay in Pasadena with rocky beach, fishing pier, dog beach, walking trails, and a formal garden. Swimming is not permitted but it is one of the best dog beaches on the upper Bay.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fishing.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 84°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
79 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
88 Fish
80 Photo
Best for fishing today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 15 mph
S
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
88°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2311% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:09 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
46
83°
Showers And Thunderstorms
84%
16
86°
Partly Sunny
10%
86
89°
Mostly Sunny
2%
77
93°
Mostly Sunny
9%
76
97°
Mostly Sunny
11%
69
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 15 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 lot. $6 entry in season.
Dogs
Designated off-leash dog beach. Leash required elsewhere.
Entry Fee
$8/vehicle daily (AA County 2026 rate); annual pass $40 resident, $50 non-resident
Address
8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Downs Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Downs Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Downs Park dog-friendly?
Designated off-leash dog beach. Leash required elsewhere.
Is there an entry fee at Downs Park?
$8/vehicle daily (AA County 2026 rate); annual pass $40 resident, $50 non-resident
Are there lifeguards at Downs Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Downs Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Downs Park?
Amenities at Downs Park include dog beach, fishing pier, trails, playground, restrooms, garden.
When is the water warmest at Downs 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 Downs Park located?
Downs Park is in Anne Arundel County, MD, at 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS