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Garrett County, MD · Lake
Herrington Manor State Park
222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD 21550
365-acre Garrett County park around a 53-acre mountain lake. Sandy lifeguarded swim beach in season, 20 furnished log cabins for year-round rental, and canoe/kayak/rowboat rentals at the lake. Note: cabins and shelter closed May 1–Dec 2, 2026 for construction.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 78. West wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 1 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
6 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
5:35 PM
1.1 ft · in 7m
Water Quality
Clean
6 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:50 AM
Sunset
8:45 PM
Moon · 3%
New Moon
Spring tides — bigger range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 1:00 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:35 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 11:16 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
74%
18
66°
Partly Sunny
12%
75
69°
Mostly Sunny
8%
76
73°
Mostly Sunny
11%
84
77°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
18
72°
Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
60%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5/person out-of-state (weekends/holidays in-season); $3/vehicle weekdays and off-season
Address
222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD 21550
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Herrington Manor State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Herrington Manor State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Herrington Manor State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Herrington Manor State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5/person out-of-state (weekends/holidays in-season); $3/vehicle weekdays and off-season
Are there lifeguards at Herrington Manor State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Herrington Manor State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Herrington Manor State Park?
Amenities at Herrington Manor State Park include lifeguards, beach, fishing pier, cabins, boat rentals, tennis, volleyball, trails.
When is the water warmest at Herrington Manor State Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Herrington Manor State Park located?
Herrington Manor State Park is in Garrett County, MD, at 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD 21550.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS