73°
Sunny
1%
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Wicomico County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Roaring Point Waterfront Park
3398 Nanticoke Wharf Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840
A small Wicomico County park at the mouth of the Nanticoke River where it meets Tangier Sound. Modest sandy beach, fishing/crabbing pier, and big open-water views — a local favorite that rarely sees out-of-county crowds.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 73°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind 3 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 3554% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
6 mph
N
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
11:18 PM
0.4 ft · in 1.9h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3554% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:41 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 11:28 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 4:58 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 11:18 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Sunny
1%
82
76°
Sunny
0%
82
78°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
78°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
31
69°
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
26%
68
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
69
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
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
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:20 AM - 4:20 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free gravel lot adjacent to the pier.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3398 Nanticoke Wharf Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Roaring Point Waterfront Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Roaring Point Waterfront Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Roaring Point Waterfront Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Roaring Point Waterfront Park?
Entry to Roaring Point Waterfront Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Roaring Point Waterfront Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Roaring Point Waterfront Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Roaring Point Waterfront Park?
Amenities at Roaring Point Waterfront Park include fishing pier, boat ramp, picnic area, restrooms, pavilion.
When is the water warmest at Roaring Point Waterfront 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 Roaring Point Waterfront Park located?
Roaring Point Waterfront Park is in Wicomico County, MD, at 3398 Nanticoke Wharf Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS