81°
Sunny
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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 · 81°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. Northeast wind around 3 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. West wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 81°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
81°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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 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
89°
Mostly Sunny
5%
74
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
33
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
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
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 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