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St. Mary's County, MD · Patuxent River
Myrtle Point Park
24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619
193 acres on a peninsula where the Patuxent estuary meets the Bay. Sandy beaches, soft kayak/canoe launch, ~2.5 miles of trails through woods and marsh, and the best wide-open Patuxent views in the county. Swimming is allowed but unsupervised.
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 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind 10 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
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 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
6 to 14 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
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
26%
38
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
75%
16
85°
Partly Sunny
14%
86
86°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
91°
Sunny
3%
76
96°
Sunny
7%
69
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 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 lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on trails.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Myrtle Point Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Myrtle Point Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Myrtle Point Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on trails.
Is there an entry fee at Myrtle Point Park?
Entry to Myrtle Point Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Myrtle Point Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Myrtle Point Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Myrtle Point Park?
Amenities at Myrtle Point Park include beach, trails, kayak launch, picnic groves, portable restrooms, geocaching.
When is the water warmest at Myrtle Point Park?
The Patuxent warms through July to highs around 78-82°F. Best swimming window is late June through early September.
Where is Myrtle Point Park located?
Myrtle Point Park is in St. Mary's County, MD, at 24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS