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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp
14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688
Solomons Island's waterfront — a riverwalk/boardwalk along the Patuxent with boat ramp, fishing pier, and walkable access to the Calvert Marine Museum, restaurants, and kayak rentals. Not a swim beach, but the best waterfront stroll on the lower Patuxent.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 75°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 75. North wind around 8 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 61. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 2224% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
45 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
76 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
8 mph
N
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
11:09 PM
0.3 ft · in 1.8h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2224% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:43 AM
Sunset
8:24 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:35 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:05 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 11:09 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
84
85°
Sunny
0%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
89°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
24
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
72
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
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).
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
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free street and public lot parking around the island.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.
Is there an entry fee at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
Entry to Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is free.
Are there lifeguards at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
No lifeguards are stationed at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
Amenities at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp include boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing pier, kayak rentals, museum, restaurants, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
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 Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp located?
Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is in Calvert County, MD, at 14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS