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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Rocky Point Beach & Park
2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221
A 375-acre Baltimore County park with a small swim beach, boat launch, dog park, and fishing pier on Back River. A genuine neighborhood beach with local character.
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 85. South wind 5 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 8 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Weather
- 85°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
53 /100
ok
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
51 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
85°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 16 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
88°F
Mostly Cloudy 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
88°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
46
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
17
86°
Partly Sunny
11%
86
89°
Mostly Sunny
2%
77
93°
Mostly Sunny
10%
76
98°
Mostly Sunny
14%
69
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 16 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
Free lot.
Dogs
Separate dog park on-site. Not permitted on swim beach.
Entry Fee
$7/vehicle non-resident, $5 resident
Address
2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Rocky Point Beach & Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Rocky Point Beach & Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Rocky Point Beach & Park dog-friendly?
Separate dog park on-site. Not permitted on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Rocky Point Beach & Park?
$7/vehicle non-resident, $5 resident
Are there lifeguards at Rocky Point Beach & Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Rocky Point Beach & 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 Point Beach & Park?
Amenities at Rocky Point Beach & Park include lifeguards, dog park, boat launch, fishing pier, playground, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Rocky Point Beach & 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 Rocky Point Beach & Park located?
Rocky Point Beach & Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221.
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