77°
Mostly Sunny
6%
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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.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
Isolated showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. West wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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
77°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Water Quality
Clean
16 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:50 AM
Sunset
8:48 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:09 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
52
73°
Showers And Thunderstorms
93%
19
76°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
39
82°
Mostly Sunny
14%
85
86°
Mostly Sunny
5%
85
88°
Mostly Sunny
14%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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