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St. Mary's County, MD · Potomac River
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park
44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674
Six acres on the Potomac anchored by Maryland's oldest lighthouse (1836). Small sandy beach, boardwalk, pier, and kayak launch with museum exhibits on-site. Swimming and fishing are not permitted from the beach — come for the history, the lighthouse, and the Potomac views.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3629% probability — reconsider swimming
68 /100
good
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
7 to 14 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:13 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.5h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3629% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 12:07 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 5:13 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
38
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
69%
34
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
81
86°
Sunny
2%
85
91°
Sunny
2%
76
95°
Sunny
7%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 7 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot at the museum.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted on grounds.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted on grounds.
Is there an entry fee at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
Entry to Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
Amenities at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park include lighthouse, museum, boardwalk, pier, kayak launch, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park located?
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park is in St. Mary's County, MD, at 44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674.
Nearby Beaches
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