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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Miami Beach Park
2600 Marine Ave, Middle River, MD 21220
A small Baltimore County neighborhood park on Frog Mortar Creek in Essex, just off Middle River. Sandy strand, pier, boat ramp, and pavilion — a local-favorite put-in with a tiny swim area rather than a destination beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 84°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 60. Northwest wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
5 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
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
10:03 PM
1.0 ft · in 41m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:36 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 4:55 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:03 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
0%
75
92°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
95°
Mostly Sunny
6%
74
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
24
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
78
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot, limited spaces.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2600 Marine Ave, Middle River, MD 21220
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Miami Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Miami Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Miami Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Miami Beach Park?
Entry to Miami Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Miami Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Miami Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Miami Beach Park?
Amenities at Miami Beach Park include boat ramp, pier, pavilion, picnic tables, playground, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Miami Beach 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 Miami Beach Park located?
Miami Beach Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 2600 Marine Ave, Middle River, MD 21220.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS