82°
Sunny
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Kent County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge
1730 Eastern Neck Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661
A 2,285-acre island refuge at the mouth of the Chester River. Several beach-access trails through woods lead to quiet shoreline. Not a swimming destination — this is about birds, quiet, and native plants. Bald eagle and osprey nesting in spring.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · NWS alert active · 76°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3075% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 25 at 6:25am edt until june 26 at 3:00am edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc
73 /100
great
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 6:25AM EDT until June 26 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...South winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, and Chester River to Queenstown MD. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 3 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 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
85°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
4:47 PM
1.1 ft · in 2.1h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3075% probability · Annapolis buoy
Water Quality
Clean
40 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:34 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:48 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:52 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:47 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:27 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
53
80°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
17
83°
Mostly Sunny
13%
86
85°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
88°
Sunny
7%
85
91°
Mostly Sunny
11%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free refuge lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash on trails.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1730 Eastern Neck Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash on trails.
Is there an entry fee at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge?
Entry to Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge is free.
Are there lifeguards at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge?
No lifeguards are stationed at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge?
Amenities at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge include trails, wildlife observation decks, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge?
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 Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge located?
Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge is in Kent County, MD, at 1730 Eastern Neck Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS