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Worcester County, MD · Atlantic Ocean
Assateague State Park
7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811
Two miles of undeveloped Atlantic beach on the Maryland side of Assateague Island. Wild ponies roam freely. Camping is beachfront. Dramatically different from Ocean City 20 minutes north — no boardwalk, no hotels, just wild.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 59°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 59. Northwest wind 13 to 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 42. West wind around 12 mph.
Weather
- 59°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 12:53pm est until november 8 at 10:00am est by nws wakefield va
33 /100
skip
9 Swim
47 Sunbathe
69 Walk
29 Fish
69 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 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 November 7 at 12:53PM EST until November 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...North to northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM, Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia-North Carolina border out 20 NM and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
59°F
Clear
Wind
13 to 16 mph
NW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
29 Good
Ozone · Lower Eastern Shore
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
61°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Wave Height
4.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Barometer
29.88 inHg
1012 hPa · buoy 44009
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
4:55 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:22 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 12:23 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:29 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:21 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:02 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:04 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:58 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:40 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 1:51 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:39 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:16 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:32 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:17 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:54 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:14 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:56 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:32 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 3:57 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:37 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:13 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:43 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:20 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8570283, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
61°
Sunny
0%
57
61°
Sunny
0%
52
64°
Sunny
0%
60
63°
Sunny
0%
63
60°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
29%
45
54°
Chance Rain Showers
33%
27
What to Bring Today
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 59°F outside
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
9:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot, fills by 10 AM summer weekends. Arrive at dawn.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash (6-ft max) on state park beach. Not permitted on National Seashore beach.
Entry Fee
$5/person (Memorial Day–Labor Day); $5/vehicle off-season
Address
7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Assateague State Park today?
Assateague State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Assateague State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash (6-ft max) on state park beach. Not permitted on National Seashore beach.
Is there an entry fee at Assateague State Park?
$5/person (Memorial Day–Labor Day); $5/vehicle off-season
Are there lifeguards at Assateague State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Assateague 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 Assateague State Park?
Amenities at Assateague State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, camping, kayak rentals, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Assateague State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Assateague State Park located?
Assateague State Park is in Worcester County, MD, at 7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS