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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
The boating side of Gunpowder Falls State Park's Dundee Creek Area, separate from Hammerman's swim beach. Public boat ramps, kayak/canoe/jon-boat rentals, and direct access to Dundee, Saltpeter, and Dark Head Creeks. Not a swimming destination — launch, fish, paddle.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 80°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 3 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 60. Northwest wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
71 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
67 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
3 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
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 6:19 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
0%
84
88°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
91°
Mostly Sunny
6%
74
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
33
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
77°
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
State park lot with trailer parking for boaters.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash outside the Hammerman swim beach area.
Entry Fee
State park service charge in season; boat launch fee separate
Address
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash outside the Hammerman swim beach area.
Is there an entry fee at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?
State park service charge in season; boat launch fee separate
Are there lifeguards at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?
Amenities at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) include boat ramps, kayak rentals, canoe rentals, jon boat rentals, restrooms, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?
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 Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) located?
Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) is in Baltimore County, MD, at 7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS