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Caroline County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Martinak State Park
137 Deep Shore Rd, Denton, MD 21629
A 107-acre park on the Choptank River at Watts Creek. Freshwater-tidal river beach, camping, boat ramp, and some of the best inland-bay birdwatching in Maryland. Smaller and quieter than nearby Tuckahoe.
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 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3075% probability — reconsider swimming
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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
Mostly Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:53 PM
0.2 ft · in 5.2h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3075% probability · Annapolis buoy
Water Quality
Clean
53 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:42 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 8:27 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 1:33 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 7:53 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Partly Sunny
4%
77
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
17
86°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
82
88°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
92°
Sunny
5%
77
96°
Mostly Sunny
13%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light 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
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident
Address
137 Deep Shore Rd, Denton, MD 21629
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Martinak State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Martinak State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Martinak State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas.
Is there an entry fee at Martinak State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident
Are there lifeguards at Martinak State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Martinak State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Martinak State Park?
Amenities at Martinak State Park include camping, boat launch, fishing pier, restrooms, trails.
When is the water warmest at Martinak State 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 Martinak State Park located?
Martinak State Park is in Caroline County, MD, at 137 Deep Shore Rd, Denton, MD 21629.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS