79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
61%
25
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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 61% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then scattered showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. West wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 11pm and 4am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. West wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- 61% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 11:43am edt until july 19 at 2:00am edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc
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38 Sunbathe
5 Walk
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:43AM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 4:40PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
W
Rain
61%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 03 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Water Quality
Clean
16 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 11mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:03 AM
Sunset
8:41 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
19
71°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
57%
21
71°
Mostly Sunny
4%
80
76°
Sunny
6%
84
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 61% chance of rain
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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at New Germany State Park today?
New Germany State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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