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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 · NWS alert active · 76°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 5 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 12 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 2311% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 25 at 6:25am edt until june 26 at 3:00am edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc
55 /100
good
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
36 Fish
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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 6:25AM EDT until June 26 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...South winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, and Chester River to Queenstown MD. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 3 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 17 mph
S
Rain
2%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2311% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:35 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
87°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
46
81°
Showers And Thunderstorms
85%
16
84°
Partly Sunny
10%
86
83°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
86°
Mostly Sunny
9%
85
89°
Mostly Sunny
13%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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.
Major
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 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