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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
Great day for photography.
78°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. East wind 10 to 14 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 13 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
76 /100
great
79 Swim
67 Sunbathe
78 Walk
86 Fish
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 14 mph
E
Rain
10%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:10 PM
2.9 ft · in 4.0h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
82°
Sunny
1%
86
88°
Sunny
2%
81
87°
Sunny
4%
84
86°
Mostly Sunny
14%
81
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 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