73°
Sunny
0%
85
Garrett County, MD · Lake
New Germany State Park
349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536
455 acres around a 13-acre mountain lake four miles south of Grantsville. Sandy swim beach on the east side, 11 rustic cabins, snack bar at the Lake House, and 10 miles of trails used for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing in winter.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 53. Northwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 29m
Water Quality
Clean
16 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:50 AM
Sunset
8:39 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:39 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:24 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 4:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:51 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
78°
Sunny
0%
85
79°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
79°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
59
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
38
72°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
72
74°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
84
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in the Hemlock camping loop and designated trails; not at the beach or main campground.
Entry Fee
Modest per-vehicle service charge (varies by season); see parkreservations.maryland.gov
Address
349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at New Germany State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for New Germany State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is New Germany State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in the Hemlock camping loop and designated trails; not at the beach or main campground.
Is there an entry fee at New Germany State Park?
Modest per-vehicle service charge (varies by season); see parkreservations.maryland.gov
Are there lifeguards at New Germany State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at New Germany State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at New Germany State Park?
Amenities at New Germany State Park include beach, cabins, camping, snack bar, kayak rentals, trails, nature center.
When is the water warmest at New Germany 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 New Germany State Park located?
New Germany State Park is in Garrett County, MD, at 349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS