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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
Part of Gunpowder Falls State Park. A 1,500-foot sandy swim beach on Dundee Creek with lifeguards, bathhouse, and paddle boat rentals. Popular with Baltimore County families, often crowded on weekends.
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 7 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind 9 to 17 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
68 /100
good
52 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
7 to 17 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
88°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:09 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
46
80°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
17
85°
Partly Sunny
11%
86
85°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
88°
Mostly Sunny
10%
85
92°
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 7 to 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Large state park lot.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted on swimming beach. Allowed on leash in other park areas.
Entry Fee
$5/person MD resident, $7/person non-resident (Memorial Day–Labor Day weekends & holidays)
Address
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted on swimming beach. Allowed on leash in other park areas.
Is there an entry fee at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
$5/person MD resident, $7/person non-resident (Memorial Day–Labor Day weekends & holidays)
Are there lifeguards at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
Amenities at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) include lifeguards, bathhouse, paddle boat rentals, restrooms, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
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 Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) located?
Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) is in Baltimore County, MD, at 7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220.
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