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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 · 77°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 77. Northeast wind around 3 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 64. West wind around 3 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°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
81°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 31m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2:39 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:24 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 4:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:51 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Sunny
0%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
85°
Mostly Sunny
6%
82
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
33
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
77°
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).
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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