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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 · 78°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northeast wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 61. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 3554% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
7 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
83°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
10:31 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.2h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3554% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
8:24 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:46 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Sunny
0%
84
88°
Sunny
1%
84
90°
Mostly Sunny
2%
74
86°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
33
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
75°
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).
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
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS