76°
Sunny
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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North Point State Park
8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219
A 1,310-acre Baltimore County state park on a peninsula where the Patapsco meets the Bay. Site of the Battle of North Point in the War of 1812. Beach access, historic trolley right-of-way trail, and a fishing pier.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. East wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 1 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
E
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
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 30m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:27 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
80°
Sunny
0%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
85°
Mostly Sunny
6%
82
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
33
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
72
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
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
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident. Advance day-use reservation required weekends & holidays Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Address
8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at North Point State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for North Point State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is North Point State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at North Point State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident. Advance day-use reservation required weekends & holidays Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Are there lifeguards at North Point State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at North Point State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at North Point State Park?
Amenities at North Point State Park include restrooms, fishing pier, trails, historic sites, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at North Point State 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 Point State Park located?
North Point State Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS