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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 · 76°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 8 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 2311% probability — reconsider swimming
71 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
66 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 16 mph
S
Rain
2%
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:54 PM
0.8 ft · in 3.2h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2311% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 AM
Sunset
8:36 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 12:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:54 PM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 11:45 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
46
80°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
17
85°
Partly Sunny
11%
86
87°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
90°
Mostly Sunny
10%
76
95°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 16 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
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