83°
Sunny
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Cecil County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North East Community Park
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Town-run park at the head of the Chesapeake where the North East River empties in. Small sandy/grassy shoreline, fishing pier, pavilion, and playground. Good quiet wading spot for kids — jellyfish are rare this far up the Bay — but no lifeguards.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
83°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 58. Northwest wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
80 /100
great
79 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°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
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:05 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 6:42 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 1:16 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 8:54 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
0%
84
90°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
92°
Mostly Sunny
5%
74
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
31
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
78
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
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
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at North East Community Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for North East Community Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is North East Community Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at North East Community Park?
Entry to North East Community Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at North East Community Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at North East Community Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at North East Community Park?
Amenities at North East Community Park include fishing pier, playground, pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms, boat ramp nearby.
When is the water warmest at North East Community 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 North East Community Park located?
North East Community Park is in Cecil County, MD, at 100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS