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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 · 85°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 85. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 63. Southwest wind around 3 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
E
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
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 31m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:39 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:24 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 4:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:51 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Sunny
0%
75
94°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
96°
Mostly Sunny
6%
66
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
24
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 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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