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Harford County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Flying Point Park
600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
A Harford County park on a peninsula jutting into the Bush River near its mouth at the Chesapeake. Sandy shoreline for wading, boat ramp, fishing pier, and sweeping Bush River views. Not a lifeguarded swim beach — popular with paddlers and anglers.
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 85. South wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 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
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
57 /100
good
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
43 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
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
85°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 14 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
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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 AM
Sunset
8:35 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
88°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
53
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
85%
17
86°
Partly Sunny
12%
86
88°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
91°
Mostly Sunny
10%
76
96°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
36
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 14 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. Fills on summer weekends, especially with boaters.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Flying Point Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Flying Point Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Flying Point Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Flying Point Park?
Entry to Flying Point Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Flying Point Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Flying Point Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Flying Point Park?
Amenities at Flying Point Park include boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic pavilions, restrooms, playground.
When is the water warmest at Flying Point 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 Flying Point Park located?
Flying Point Park is in Harford County, MD, at 600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS