81°
Sunny
3%
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Kent County, DE · Delaware Bay
Woodland Beach Wildlife Area
4876 Hay Point Landing Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
6,300+ acres of Delaware Bay shoreline, salt marsh, and tidal creeks near Smyrna — primarily a wildlife management area. Two boat ramps (creek side and bay side), a fishing pier, kayak launch, and outstanding birding and photography.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
Bacteria above EPA action level · 81°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Bacteria above EPA action level — recent usgs sample exceeded the federal beach action threshold
62 /100
good
47 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
43 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:58 PM
6.8 ft · in 5.3h
Water Quality
Above threshold
155 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 2w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:29 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:58 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Partly Sunny
7%
84
78°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
15
81°
Mostly Sunny
14%
84
81°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
85°
Mostly Sunny
5%
82
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
41
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.
Major
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Revamped lot at the WMA. Conservation Access Pass required for motor vehicles.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; Conservation Access Pass required for vehicle entry
Address
4876 Hay Point Landing Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Woodland Beach Wildlife Area from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Woodland Beach Wildlife Area dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area?
Entry to Woodland Beach Wildlife Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area?
Amenities at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area include boat ramps, fishing pier, kayak launch, wildlife viewing.
When is the water warmest at Woodland Beach Wildlife Area?
Delaware Bay peaks in July and August at roughly 76-80°F — warmer and calmer than the open Atlantic. Comfortable swimming mid-June through September.
Where is Woodland Beach Wildlife Area located?
Woodland Beach Wildlife Area is in Kent County, DE, at 4876 Hay Point Landing Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS