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Calvert County, MD · Patuxent River
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10515 Mackall Rd, St Leonard, MD 20685
560-acre archaeological park on the Patuxent River with a sandy beach, museum of Maryland archaeology, and 3+ miles of trails. The beach is quiet, dog-friendly, and one of the better spots to wade and look for Native American artifacts (which must be left in place if found).
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 4827% probability — reconsider swimming
76 /100
great
55 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
76 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.8 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
86°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
3 to 14 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
Tomorrow
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:57 PM
0.2 ft · in 3.3h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
4827% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:43 AM
Sunset
8:33 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:09 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 5:57 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
92°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
38
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms
75%
17
85°
Partly Sunny
14%
86
84°
Sunny
3%
86
89°
Sunny
3%
76
93°
Sunny
7%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 3 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 park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
10515 Mackall Rd, St Leonard, MD 20685
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?
Entry to Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum is free.
Are there lifeguards at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?
Amenities at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum include museum, trails, restrooms, picnic areas, fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?
The Patuxent warms through July to highs around 78-82°F. Best swimming window is late June through early September.
Where is Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum located?
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum is in Calvert County, MD, at 10515 Mackall Rd, St Leonard, MD 20685.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS