82°
Mostly Sunny
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Allegany County, MD · Lake
Rocky Gap State Park
12500 Pleasant Valley Rd, Flintstone, MD 21530
Mountain lake beach at Lake Habeeb, not technically Chesapeake (freshwater mountain lake), but included because it's one of the best swimming beaches in western Maryland. 243-acre lake, sandy swim beach, lifeguards, camping.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tonight
Scattered showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
86 /100
ideal
86 Sunbathe
88 Walk
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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 7 mph
SW
Rain
8%
Today
Tomorrow
80°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Water Quality
Clean
19 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:46 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
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
54
75°
Showers And Thunderstorms
92%
19
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
54
86°
Mostly Sunny
8%
85
92°
Sunny
5%
76
93°
Mostly Sunny
13%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas, not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident
Address
12500 Pleasant Valley Rd, Flintstone, MD 21530
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Rocky Gap State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Rocky Gap State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Rocky Gap State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas, not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Rocky Gap State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident
Are there lifeguards at Rocky Gap State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Rocky Gap State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Rocky Gap State Park?
Amenities at Rocky Gap State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, camping, boat rentals, golf course nearby.
When is the water warmest at Rocky Gap State Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Rocky Gap State Park located?
Rocky Gap State Park is in Allegany County, MD, at 12500 Pleasant Valley Rd, Flintstone, MD 21530.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS